TED Talks Daily The tipping point I got wrong | Malcolm Gladwell
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Oct 29, 2024 
Malcolm Gladwell, an acclaimed author known for his bestselling book 'The Tipping Point,' reflects on his past analysis of crime rates in New York City. He admits his earlier views inadvertently supported the controversial 'stop and frisk' policy. Gladwell emphasizes how journalists should recognize that stories evolve and are never truly over. He shares personal insights on urban transformation and the necessity of empathy in discussing policing. The conversation also touches on adapting to uncertainty, especially in the context of AI's role in business.
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Discovery at Bobst Library
- Gladwell recounts discovering Jonathan Crane's article about the epidemic theory of ghettos and crime at Bobst Library.
- This inspired his "The Tipping Point" article and subsequent book, launching his career.
NYC in 1993
- Malcolm Gladwell describes moving to NYC in 1993 when it was considered dangerous.
- He and his friends would pool money for safe transportation home due to fear of crime.
Broken Windows Theory
- Gladwell's book "The Tipping Point" explored various topics, including a chapter on NYC's crime decline.
- This chapter focused on the "broken windows theory", suggesting small disorders trigger larger crimes.
