Chicago’s Failed Experiment with Bail Reform – Chicago Contrarian

March 30, 2021

"Though it required two years for Chicago residents to experience the full impact her policies, Kim Foxx proved there was no situation she cannot blunder and make worse. By late 2019, crime in Chicago was on an upward trajectory, led by a sharp increase in retail theft."

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nixit

5 years ago

Loyola professors producing biased studies that government uses to justify their failing reforms. Where have I heard that before?

DixonSyder

5 years ago

Proving that the Chief Judge is a liar. Proving that the States Attorney is a liar. Proving the elected sheriff is a liar. Proving that the mayor and County board chairman are liars. Anybody notice a trend?

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