Chapter
Broken Windows Policing and its Flaws
1:18:02 - 1:25:06 (07:03)
The speaker talks about how broken windows policing, as well as other similar policing strategies, reflect the belief that neighborhoods need authoritative powers to maintain control and safety, and shares their personal experience with criminal justice courses in college.
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The Broken Windows Theory was based in part on a misinterpretation of the Zimbardo theory, ignoring the actual conclusions of the study in favor of a singular quote, leading to a manipulated and flawed theory on crime.
1:18:02 - 1:19:45 (01:42)
Summary
The Broken Windows Theory was based in part on a misinterpretation of the Zimbardo theory, ignoring the actual conclusions of the study in favor of a singular quote, leading to a manipulated and flawed theory on crime.
ChapterBroken Windows Policing and its Flaws
EpisodeBehind the Police: How Police Unions Made Cops Even Deadlier
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The phenomenon of mob mentality is more than just people following the crowd.
1:19:45 - 1:20:40 (00:55)
Summary
The phenomenon of mob mentality is more than just people following the crowd. It can lead to destructive behavior and a lack of personal responsibility, as seen in the prevalence of car smashing incidents in San Francisco.
ChapterBroken Windows Policing and its Flaws
EpisodeBehind the Police: How Police Unions Made Cops Even Deadlier
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The speaker shares his experience of having his backpack stolen from his car in San Francisco and how it is a common meme there to never leave anything in your car.
1:20:40 - 1:21:38 (00:58)
Summary
The speaker shares his experience of having his backpack stolen from his car in San Francisco and how it is a common meme there to never leave anything in your car. He also talks about his frustration with the police when they did not take any action to solve the issue.
ChapterBroken Windows Policing and its Flaws
EpisodeBehind the Police: How Police Unions Made Cops Even Deadlier
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The theory of Broken Windows Policing, which suggests that minor crimes can lead to larger crimes, has been used as a justification for aggressive police tactics.
1:21:39 - 1:25:06 (03:27)
Summary
The theory of Broken Windows Policing, which suggests that minor crimes can lead to larger crimes, has been used as a justification for aggressive police tactics. However, research has shown that this theory may not be accurate and may actually be harmful to communities.