Economist Podcasts
Look at who’s talking: divining Trump’s Middle East plans
Nov 8, 2024
Join Greg Karlstrom, Middle East correspondent for the Economist, and Tom Sass, public policy editor, as they dive into the tangled web of Donald Trump's Middle East strategies. They discuss whether he can truly 'stop the wars' and the influence of his informal advisors. The conversation also shifts to the pressing issues within the British prison system, emphasizing rehabilitation and innovative strategies to combat overcrowding. Prepare for insights that span geopolitics and social reform!
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- The podcast discusses the urgent need for rehabilitation-focused incarceration practices in Britain due to rising prison violence and overcrowding issues.
- It highlights successful alternative measures from countries like the Netherlands and some U.S. states that prioritize community service and effective rehabilitation over traditional punitive measures.
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Rising Incarceration Trends
Many countries are experiencing rising incarceration rates, leading to overcrowded prisons and increased violence. In Britain, decades of budget cuts and early retirements have resulted in inexperienced staff managing challenging populations, exacerbating issues like assaults on prison officers. With reports indicating that there were over 10,000 assaults on staff last year, the environment has become increasingly dangerous for those working in the system. Advocates argue that this trend highlights the urgent need for reevaluation of incarceration practices to prioritize rehabilitation over mere punishment.
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