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476. What Are the Police for, Anyway?

Freakonomics Radio

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In this chapter, a New York City police lieutenant shares a haunting recollection of a robbery incident from ten years ago, revealing the emotional turmoil that comes with the job. The story delves into issues of identity and racial dynamics, shedding light on the challenges faced by law enforcement in an urban setting.

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