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Alligator Alcatraz: Controversial Proposals in Florida

This chapter examines the provocative 'Alligator Alcatraz' proposal from the Florida Attorney General, depicting a temporary detention facility surrounded by alligators and pythons. It discusses the political motivations behind the proposal, including recent contempt rulings related to immigration and environmental concerns. The narrative raises critical questions about the facility's safety, the treatment of potential detainees, and the implications of its branding in shaping public perception.

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