Tough on Crime - The Rise of Punitive Populism in Latin America

This book might be a first step toward reducing punitive populism. Based on 194 in-depth interviews, Tough on Crime examines the cases of Argentina and Chile. The author's findings contribute to broader discussions about the causes of the rise of punitive populism, as well as the challenges it poses to police reforms and democracy.

About the author

Michelle D. Bonner is professor of political science at the University of Victoria. Her research examines questions of democratization and human rights through the lens of policing, media, and social movements.

Summary

Examines Tough on Crime Rhetoric and Policies in Latin America

Product details

• Authors: Michelle Bonner, Michelle D. Bonner
• Publisher: University Of Pittsburgh Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 30.09.2019
• EAN: 9780822945826
• ISBN: 978-0-8229-4582-6
• No. of pages: 220
• Dimensions: 163 mm x 231 mm x 23 mm
• Weight: 431 g
• Series: Pitt Latin American Series; Pitt Latin American
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > General, dictionaries; Non-fiction book > History > Miscellaneous; Social sciences, law, business > Law > Criminal law, criminal procedural law, criminology