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Racial Disparities In Incarceration
Summary
Racial disparities in incarceration
refer to the
disproportionate representation of racial minorities
, particularly
African Americans and Hispanics
, within the
prison system
compared to their share of the
general population
. These disparities are influenced by a combination of
systemic factors
, including
biased policing practices
, socioeconomic inequalities, and
legislative policies
that disproportionately affect
minority communities
.
Relevant Degrees
Criminology 60%
National and Ethnic Movements 40%
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