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The Sunday Read: ‘What Happened When America Emptied Its Youth Prisons’

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This chapter examines the significant drop in youth incarceration rates in the U.S. over the last twenty years, challenging the belief that incarceration is an effective deterrent for young offenders. It reflects on the author's experiences as a public defender, advocating for alternative interventions that support youth and effectively reduce crime.

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