Harris Survey Finds Alarm Over Crime Straining Public Trust
The Harris Survey shows rising public fear of crime in home areas from 46 to 62 percent and broad dissatisfaction with law enforcement. Voters blame courts as too lenient 64 percent, oppose preventive arrest 47 percent, and favor rehabilitation in prisons at 73 percent.
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Public mood on crime shows fear but no clear solution
Hatlo's piece notes rising opposition to preventive arrests and a central warning that Americans fear crime yet lack a coherent plan. Voters support rehabilitation but oppose nearby halfway houses or social contact with ex offenders, revealing a gap between emotion and reason in crime views.
Wallace hints at 1972 run at secret American Party meeting
Memphis Alabama Governor-elect George Wallace appeared at a secret American Party convention in Memphis drawing over 300 from 42 states. He said he is undecided about a 1972 third party bid and urged focus on positive issues as the party reorganizes and faces the national economy.
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People Who Count the Cost Are Not First to Pay
A terse adage notes that those tallying expenses do not always bear the initial burden, suggesting caution about who ends up covering costs first.
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