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National Guard on Subways and Other Crime Panics

Mar 21, 2024

Democratic lawmakers fuel a crime panic with authoritarian crackdowns. National Guard deployed outside NY subways sparks debate. Media sensationalizes subway crimes. Clash of ideologies in criminal justice policies. Future episode teaser on Gaza.

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Contrasting State Healthcare and Military Expenditures with Authoritarian Crackdowns on Crime

National Guard Deployment in New York and at the Border

04:50 • 11min

Examining Subway Safety and Media Influence on Crime Perception

Political Divide in Criminal Justice Policies

20:53 • 11min

Reflections on Release, Politics, and Future Episode Tease