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BONUS: Chris Hayes interviews Andrew Weissmann & Mary McCord

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Disparities in Criminal and Civil Law

This chapter explores the disparities between criminal and civil law, specifically focusing on how the criminal justice system tends to target the poor and powerless while favoring the wealthy. The hosts discuss examples of wealthy individuals who have faced criminal penalties and reflect on the effectiveness of the law in prosecuting someone like Donald Trump. They delve into the sociological implications, racial disparities, and different theories of the law surrounding criminal prosecutions.

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