Critical Thinking Questions

Ch 7 Deviance

Gov/Career Criminals

• Why is "getting tough on crime" a popular campaign promise for politicians?
• Are changes in crime laws (such as mandatory minimum sentences) likely to deter crime? Why or why not?

Adv: New Drug Offensive

• With all of the public campaigns against drug use and knowledge of the harmful effects of drugs, why do teens continue to use drugs in ever increasing numbers?
• How does the war on drugs unfairly target members of minority groups?

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