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The Deadly Fraud of Restorative Justice in Schools

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Critique of Restorative Justice in Schools

This chapter critically examines the implementation of restorative justice practices in educational settings, highlighting their ineffectiveness and reliance on misleading statistics. It focuses on the case of Cole Middle School in Oakland, discussing both the decline in suspensions and enrollment, while questioning the legitimacy of the reported outcomes. The narrative argues for a reassessment of these practices and their impact on school discipline, racial disparities, and underlying systemic issues.

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