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Held fire: America’s murder rate slips
Sep 4, 2023
Duncan Robinson, Political Editor for The Economist, delves into the intriguing influence of hobbyist lobbies on British politics. He discusses America’s declining murder rates against the backdrop of rising violence in specific neighborhoods like Roseland. The conversation explores the complex relationship between democracy and economic prosperity, questioning conventional beliefs. Robinson also highlights how passionate interest groups like grouse shooters can significantly shape public policy. Tune in for insights into how personal passions drive political agendas.
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- Violence interruption groups like Chicago CRED are being credited for the decrease in gun violence rates in neighborhoods like Roseland, Chicago, indicating a potential end to the spike in violence that began in 2020.
- While the connection between democracy and economic prosperity remains complex, economists agree that institutions built in democracies foster economic growth, as seen in a study showing a 20% increase in GDP after a permanent transition from autocracy to democracy.
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Gun violence rates falling in Chicago and across America
Gun violence rates, particularly in neighborhoods like Roseland, Chicago, have shown a significant decrease this year compared to previous years. Violence interruption groups like Chicago CRED, who work to prevent violence before it occurs, are being credited for the decline. Other cities in America have also witnessed a drop in murder rates, indicating a potential end to the spike in violence that began in 2020. Experts attribute the decrease to the resumption of normalcy after the disruptions caused by the pandemic, including the reopening of schools and the restoration of social services.
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