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deterrence myth

The Deterrence Myth: Georgia’s Harsh Sentencing Backfired

Georgia’s harsh sentencing experiment failed to deter crime and fueled a deadly prison crisis. Here’s why the deterrence myth collapsed — and what actually works.

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