Tag Archives: Crime

Hero-worship of police is failing us

Posted on September 21, 2022 by whungerford

Isabelle Leyva and Simon McCormack, authors of an article for The New York Civil Liberties Union, ask “Does adding more police deliver results?” They write: In our shows, movies, and novels, they are our heroes in blue. To elected officials, they … Continue reading →

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Does harsh punishment reduce crime?

Posted on February 6, 2022 by whungerford

Does harsh punishment reduce crime? The opposite is true at least in some cases according to an article by Emile Bazelon printed in The New York Times on February 5th. Bazelon cites studies which show that leniency, prosecuting some crimes … Continue reading →

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All negative, nothing positive, nothing concrete.

Posted on January 16, 2022 by whungerford

Republican priorities when we regain the majority next year: 1 – Hold the Biden Administration accountable 2 – Secure the Border 3 – Make our cities safe again 4 – Rein in the out-of-control inflation 5 – Stop the overreach … Continue reading →

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