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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1996
Page
4
Editor notes the Bruce Sons trial nearing deliberation after the death of CHP Officer Richard Maxwell. The column critiques public opinion's impact on policing, questions surrounding Maxwell's death, and the justice system’s handling of officer-involved fatality cases while urging respect for law enforcement.
Attorney General Lungren argues California must boost DOJ crime lab funding and improve facilities to handle backlog of up to 700 cases, including homicides and sexual assaults. He cites lab needs such as ventilation, secured vaults, cross contamination prevention, and DNA workrooms, contrasting high-tech entertainment spending with crime lab neglect. He warns that good law enforcement protects the innocent and prosecutes violent predators.
The writer explores self identity and faith urging readers to consider if embracing radical fundamentalist labels helps spread Jesus teachings. He cites Jefferson and biblical quotes, notes dangers of overemphasizing aspects of Christ, and concludes willingness to be seen that way if it leads others to believe.
Analysis notes Texas crime down 35 percent amid vastly expanded prison capacity from 49 000 to 150 000 and stricter sentences. Cites 1990 parole approvals at 79 4 percent, now 22 3 percent. Highlights Dallas and Houston as major contributors to national decline and argues punishment raises costs to criminals.
Paul Harvey cites Gary Indiana as a cautionary tale where a three month trooper program cut murder and other crimes by major percentages but cost $500 000 and was not sustainable. He contrasts Bosnia's $2 billion troop commitment with American job protection politics amid union and political rhetoric.
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