Given that this is a crime and justice column it is pretty safe to say this will likely be the only time I do a movie review. But given the subject matter of the new movie, “I Care A Lot” this film is right up my alley. … [Read more...]
One Way Politicians Can Start to Regain Voter’s Trust
Quick, name some national politicians you trust. What’s that you say? You’re struggling to think of any trustworthy politicians in Washington? You are not alone. Pew Research reports 80% of us say we do not trust the federal government to do what’s right “always or most of the time.” And 81% of us think members of Congress act unethically “all or some of the time.” … [Read more...]
The Lifespan of the U.S. Death Penalty Just Got Shorter
The death penalty in the United States is on the verge of being snuffed out. The Commonwealth of Virginia, which has executed more convicts than any other state in U.S. history, is now poised to abolish capital punishment. This is a big deal as Virginia would become the first southern state to eliminate the death penalty. Many see this legislative action as the beginning of the end to executions in this country. … [Read more...]
The Very Real Personal Costs of the Covid-19 Pandemic
Okay, I have good news and bad news about the murder rate in America.First, the good news. The homicide rate is not as bad as it once was. In 1995 the US murder rate was about twice as high as it is now. … [Read more...]
Immigration: Is it Wrong to Think About What’s Best for the United States?
In the movie ‘Field of Dreams’ the lead character hears a voice while standing in his cornfield. “If you build it, he will come.” So, the man builds a baseball field, the ghost of his ballplaying father appears and so does a whole group of famous dead baseball players. Its antithetical to former President Trump’s plan to build something so people wouldn’t come. … [Read more...]
Get Ready for Fights Over Criminal Justice Reform
In the brand new year ahead get ready for some brand new moves to change the criminal justice system as we know it. In some states its already happening. You’ll hear about several proposals in the coming months. … [Read more...]
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