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BK residents rally to stop downsizing of hospitals

Protesters rallied today in Bushwick against a state panel's proposal to close some hospitals, reduce services and make other budget cuts. The rally was organized by Occupy Bushwick. Protesters say

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May 12, 2012, 10:54 PM

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BK residents rally to stop downsizing of hospitals
Protesters rallied today in Bushwick against a state panel's proposal to close some hospitals, reduce services and make other budget cuts.
The rally was organized by Occupy Bushwick.
Protesters say that the proposal will affect the poorest communities the most.
The rally is part of a week-long series of protest aimed at proposed budget cuts across the city.
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