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They’re Lying About Hate Crimes - Wilfred Reilly

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Narratives of Victimization and Crime

This chapter explores the societal effects of victimization narratives, referencing high-profile cases like Jussie Smollett and George Floyd. It discusses the relationship between policing practices and crime rates, alongside the contentious concept of defunding the police. The conversation critically examines the disconnect between political narratives and empirical evidence, while also highlighting the sensationalism in contemporary social science and debates on gender and relationships.

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