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Unfair

The New Science of Criminal Injustice
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book delves into the psychological biases and systemic flaws within the American criminal justice system that can lead to wrongful convictions and unjust outcomes. It uses insights from psychology and neuroscience to highlight how factors like memory fallibility, implicit bias, and institutional incentives often undermine the pursuit of true justice.

Key points:

1. Hidden Biases: Benforado claims the justice system has unconscious biases that harm minorities and create inequality. He urges addressing these biases for fairness.

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