Atlanta's Controversial 'Cop City' Opens Following Years of Protests

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Atlanta's Controversial 'Cop City' Opens Following Years of Protests

Atlanta's controversial 'Cop City' facility opened on May 1, despite years of protest and pushback, but protestors remain vigilant.

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