Anthony Grasso
Assistant professor of political science at Rutgers University Camden, focusing on American political development, law, and inequality. Author of "Dual Justice: America's Divergent Approaches to Street and Corporate Crime."
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Nov 11, 2024 • 58min
Anthony Grasso, "Dual Justice: America's Divergent Approaches to Street and Corporate Crime" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
In this discussion, Anthony Grasso, an assistant professor at Rutgers University Camden and author of "Dual Justice," explores the stark contrast between how the U.S. penalizes street crime versus corporate misconduct. He traces the roots of this dual justice system to historical influences like eugenics and the socioeconomic disparities faced by marginalized groups. Grasso highlights surprising connections between race science and corporate crime, revealing how these ideologies have shaped regulatory practices and perpetuated inequality in the justice system.
Nov 11, 2024 • 58min
Anthony Grasso, "Dual Justice: America's Divergent Approaches to Street and Corporate Crime" (U Chicago Press, 2024)
Anthony Grasso, an assistant professor at Rutgers focusing on American political development, discusses his book 'Dual Justice.' He explores the stark differences in how street and corporate crimes are punished in the U.S. Grasso links this disparity to historical ideologies, including eugenics, and reveals how these ideas shaped modern justice practices. He examines critical moments like the 1929 crash that heightened public awareness of corporate wrongdoing and advocates for a more holistic approach to justice that addresses systemic issues.
