Abortion and Crime, Revisited (Ep. 384 Update)

In this thought-provoking discussion, economist Steve Levitt teams up with legal expert John Donahue and environmental economist Jessica Walpaw Reyes. They unpack the controversial link between legalized abortion and declining crime rates, shedding light on societal implications. The trio critically reflects on the complexities of causation versus correlation, the importance of access to abortion for marginalized communities, and the environmental factors influencing crime. Their insights spark a broader conversation on child welfare and the future of education.