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Commie right there.

1 posted on 05/07/2026 2:36:25 AM PDT by Libloather
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It never seemed to have bothered Blondi...


2 posted on 05/07/2026 2:37:29 AM PDT by BobL (Trusting one's doctor is the #1 health mistake one can make.)
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Criminologists view the punishment of violent crimes through various lenses, focusing on the “why” behind the crime, the effectiveness of deterrence, and the need for rehabilitation, rather than solely on retribution.

Here is a breakdown of the criminological views on punishing violent crimes:

Positivist Perspective (Causes over Calculation): Positivist criminologists focus on the biological, psychological, or sociological factors that drive individuals to commit violent acts. They often argue that punishment should be tailored to the offender’s circumstances (e.g., mental illness, environmental factors) rather than being a blanket penalty for the act itself. This view may support rehabilitation over harsh punishment to address the root causes of violence.

Classical Perspective (Rationality and Deterrence): In contrast, the classical school emphasizes that offenders have free will and make rational decisions to commit crimes. From this view, punishment should be swift, certain, and proportional to the crime to act as a deterrent.

Victimology and Risk Reduction: Criminologists specializing in victimology focus on why certain people are targeted, studying the relationship between the victim and the offender. While they recognize patterns of victimization, they emphasize that crime victims should not be blamed for the acts committed against them.

Some criminologists advocate for a shift away from traditional punitive measures toward restorative justice, which involves mediation, negotiation, and compensation for victims. This approach aims to fix the damage caused by the crime, rather than merely inflicting harm on the offender.

Preventative Focus: A major goal of criminologists is developing “effective and humane means” of preventing crime, which may include addressing underlying social issues, environmental factors, or providing mental health interventions rather than just using incarceration.


3 posted on 05/07/2026 2:45:27 AM PDT by Liz (Jonathan Swift: Govrnment without the consent of the governed is the very definition of slavery .)
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Illegal alien is already a criminal in the first place. Any additional crime should be rewarded with a one way ticket out of the country. Stop the madness and prevent the raping and killing of our young ladies.


5 posted on 05/07/2026 3:26:28 AM PDT by Kudsman (Thune loves Democratic Socialists. )
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When your government favors invaders over citizens, then you have been colonized. When the laws of your own government are used against you to provide cover for those robbing, raping and murdering you, too hen you have been colonized and you are no longer represented by your own government.


9 posted on 05/07/2026 4:12:42 AM PDT by wildcard_redneck ( Neocons in love with the Ukraine War hate how long the Iran War is taking.......... )
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