February 14, 2018 — Before he pleaded guilty to flouting federal catch limits and smuggling money, Carlos Rafael, nicknamed “the Codfather,” controlled the largest groundfishing fleet that sailed out of New Bedford. How are the city’s fishing industries moving forward after the trial? What does the future hold for groundfishing and other fisheries? What are the biggest promises and challenges? What lessons can be learned from Carlos Rafael?
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