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Should Prosecutors Pursue Minor Crimes?
FromOpen to Debate
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53 minutes
Released:
Jul 7, 2023
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Podcast episode
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In the US, misdemeanors count for 80% of cases filed annually, but district attorneys around the country are implementing policies stating they’ll no longer prosecute certain low-level, nonviolent crimes. Those who argue “yes” say it keeps communities safe and not strengthening sentencing will let violent criminals back in public and increase crime. Those who argue “no” say it doesn’t deter criminals and distracts from better solutions. Now, we debate: “Should Prosecutors Pursue Minor Crimes?”
Arguing Yes: John Milhiser, former US attorney for the Central District of Illinois
Arguing No: Paul Butler, former federal prosecutor at the U.S. Department of Justice
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
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Arguing Yes: John Milhiser, former US attorney for the Central District of Illinois
Arguing No: Paul Butler, former federal prosecutor at the U.S. Department of Justice
Emmy award-winning journalist John Donvan moderates
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Released:
Jul 7, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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