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Abortion and Crime, Revisited (Ep. 384 Update)

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Abortion and Crime: A Complex Relationship

This chapter explores the surprising correlation between legalized abortion and a significant decline in crime rates, posing questions about the implications of this research. The speakers discuss the complexities of causation versus correlation, alternative methods to abortion, and compare U.S. policies with those of the Netherlands. They emphasize the need for a broader approach to child welfare and careful communication of research findings to inform public discourse.

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