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Repeated investigations of the center have revealed patients who were beaten and humiliated by staff, and staff members who lied to cover up their actions.
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Republican lawmakers criticize Pritzker administration's response to issues at troubled downstate mental health center where residents have been mistreated, and offer some proposals for addressing the problems.
Ongoing investigations of the state-run facility have revealed culture of abuse and cover-ups.
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