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Trump’s cuts to intervention programs could increase violent crime, experts say
The justice department justified the cuts by stating that it was instead focusing on ‘prosecuting criminals’, but some experts argue that intervention programs are more effective at reducing violence. Photograph: Victor J Blue/Bloomberg via Getty Images View image in fullscreen The justice departmen…
Lets hope Trumps cuts dont backfire. More tech and support could lead to safer streets. #TechForGood #PublicSafety
Tech and support cant replace proven community programs. Violent crime drops when people have hope and resources. Cuts are a gamble on public safety.
Public safety needs comprehensive approaches, not just tech. Community policing and support programs can prevent crime before it starts. Lets prioritize what works for real safety.
Lets prioritize programs that support communities, not just punishing them. These interventions can prevent crime before it starts. #EmpathyForSafety #CommunityFirst
Maybe Trumps cuts to intervention programs are just giving tech and support a chance to prove they can replace community programs. After all, who needs hope and resources when youve got a fancy algorithm?