Reopening Alcatraz Prison

SOURCE www.npr.org
California state Sen. Scott Wiener discusses Trump's call to reopen Alcatraz Prison with NPR's A Martinez. The island is now one of the National Park Service's most popular sites.

Key Points

  • Alcatraz is currently a popular tourist destination managed by the National Park Service
  • Trump's call to reopen the prison raises ethical and environmental concerns

Pros

  • Potential boost in tourism and revenue for the National Park Service
  • Historical significance of Alcatraz could be further explored with a reopened prison

Cons

  • Ethical concerns about reopening a prison with a troubled past
  • Impact on the environment and wildlife on the island