Author : Jonathan D. Rosen
Release : 2018-08-07
Genre : Political Science
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 517/5 ( reviews)
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Book Synopsis Drugs, Gangs, and Violence by : Jonathan D. Rosen
Download or read book Drugs, Gangs, and Violence written by Jonathan D. Rosen. This book was released on 2018-08-07. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book examines the nature of transnational organized crime and gangs, and how these diverse organizations contribute to violence, especially in so-called fragile states across Central and Latin America. While the nature of organized crime and violence differs depending on the context, the authors explain how and why states plagued by weak institutions tend to foster criminal organizations and violence, and why counter-crime initiatives often result in higher levels of violence. By examining the consequences of tough on crime policies (e.g., mano dura) in places like Mexico, El Salvador, and Colombia, the volume offers a new perspective on the link between state fragility, crime, and violence.