It’s often legal for officers to deceive suspects — but critics say this can lead to false confessions. Experts have mixed opinions about whether restricting the practice would affect case closure rates.
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Over the past decade, Richmond, Va., has managed to cut its poverty rate by 36 percent. Many things broke right for the city, but a pair of mayors stuck with a longterm plan to make it happen. -
Former federal workers offer a range of skills and experience that we need among elected officials at every level of government.
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Republican presidents used to talk enthusiastically about empowering states and localities. That isn’t happening now.
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(The Louisiana Illuminator — March 14, 2025)
