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Federalizing "Gang Crime" Remains Counterproductive and Dangerous
Publication Date: June 2007
Publisher(s): Heritage Foundation (Washington, D.C.)
Author(s): Erica Little; Brian W. Walsh
Series: WebMemo
Topic: Justice (Crime and criminals)
Keywords: Crime; Crime; overcriminalization; gangs
Type: Brief
Coverage: United States
Abstract:
If Congress is serious about addressing gang crime, it should consider policies that build upon, rather than undermine, federalism.