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Why the Way We Understand the South Matters — Especially in Criminal Justice

In a special edition of Closing Argument, Jamiles Lartey reflects on the region as the nation’s 250th celebration approaches.

Closing Argument • 06.13.2026

What an Eclipse Lockdown Reveals about Dignity in Prisons and Jails

Recent lawsuits regarding the rights of incarcerated people and guards include gender, religious discrimination, and the right to watch the eclipse

Closing Argument • 04.06.2024

More Police Are Using Your Cameras for Video Evidence

Police “nerve centers” are blurring the line between public and private surveillance.

Closing Argument • 01.13.2024

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