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The Tough-on-Crime Movement Resurges in 2024

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The Tough-on-Crime Movement Resurges in 2024

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  • The **2020 pandemic** sparked a rise in crime rates, leading to a **backlash against progressive reforms** in criminal justice.
  • In 2024, **tough-on-crime laws** reemerged, with states like New York deploying the National Guard and Louisiana allowing **17-year-olds to be tried as adults**.
  • Public sentiment has shifted, resulting in voters approving **measures for increased police powers** and tougher penalties for drug-related offenses.
  • Despite the rise in stringent laws, **overall crime rates have been declining** since 2021, highlighting the disconnect between perception and reality.
  • Looking ahead, advocates face significant challenges as tougher laws gain popularity, but some **reforms, such as youth sentencing** changes, show potential for future progress.

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