Prisons and Privatization

Posted Monday, March 28, 2011

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To balance the budget, Governor Kasich has proposed leasing or selling some state-run entities to private enterprise. The state gets cash up-front, but gives up assets. Beyond the quick cash, does privatization benefit the state? We'll talk Monday about plans to sell off five prisons and to privatize Ohio's liquor distribution system. And we'll ask whether Ohio should consider leasing the turnpike or selling off the lottery. Join the conversation at 9 on 90.3.

Guests

Gary Mohr, Director of Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction
Tim Roberts, Correction Officer, Ohio Reformatory for Women in Marysville and Corrections Assembly Vice President, OCSEA
Ellen Dannin, Fannie Weiss Distinguished Faculty Scholar and Professor of Law, Penn State