Professor Jeffrey Butts of John Jay College says the department needs to focus on the root causes of crime, although cracking down on scooters sends an important message. Continue reading NYPD Battles Gangs, Illegal Guns and Scooters, Calling Them ‘A Dangerous Combination”
About 40 percent of people report in surveys that they live in a home where people own guns. So, why are we shocked that teenagers can get their hands on them? Continue reading Kansas Shooting Raises Questions About Kids Getting Guns
At Issue is a public affairs series from WTVP, the public television affiliate of Central Illinois. Hosted by Mark Welp, the program introduces viewers to public officials, community leaders, and experts on a wide range of topics. Interview about the Cure Violence approach and the status of research evidence. View the complete segment Continue reading Public Broadcasting System (Illinois)
I was interviewed by Katy Tur at MSNBC about the potential police responses to recent shootings. Continue reading Katy Tur Show on MSNBC
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