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What History Tells Us to Expect From Trump’s Escalation in Los Angeles Protests

Since the 1960s, studies have shown that heavy-handed policing and militarized responses tend to make protests more volatile — not less.

Analysis • 06.09.2025

Incarcerated Firefighters Do Risky, Low-Pay Work. Many Say It’s The Best Job Behind Bars.

More than 900 prison firefighters were responding to the crisis in Los Angeles — but their pay is low and the ethics of their choice are complicated.

Closing Argument • 01.11.2025

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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