New Yorkers love their libraries. So why are they always on the chopping block?

WNYC News | Jan 8, 2024

New York City’s public libraries are no longer providing full-week service due to budget cuts imposed by Mayor Adams. WNYC’s Elizabeth Kim looked into why libraries tend to get on the chopping block for city spending.  

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