{"title":"Heather Mac Donald","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the thought-provoking works of Heather Mac Donald, a critically acclaimed author whose writing delves into some of the most pressing issues in contemporary society. Known for her meticulous research and incisive commentary, Mac Donald offers readers a thorough exploration of topics related to public policy, culture, and law enforcement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in this collection is \u003cem\u003eThe War on Cops\u003c\/em\u003e, which provides a compelling analysis of the current state of policing in America. Through detailed evidence and rigorous argumentation, Mac Donald challenges prevailing narratives and invites readers to engage with differing perspectives on the complexities of law enforcement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for those interested in \u003cem\u003eEducation \u0026amp; Reference\u003c\/em\u003e, Heather Mac Donald’s works serve as an educational resource for understanding the nuanced debates surrounding policy and social issues. Her books are not only informative but also encourage critical thinking, making them a valuable addition to any reader's library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Heather Mac Donald’s collection to engage with thoughtful and articulate discussions that remain highly relevant in today's world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-war-on-cops-by-heather-mac-donald-9781594039683","title":"The War on Cops","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViolent crime has been rising sharply in many American cities after two decades of decline. Homicides jumped nearly 17 percent in 2015 in the largest 50 cities, the biggest one-year increase since 1993. The reason is what Heather Mac Donald first identified nationally as the \"Ferguson effect\": Since the 2014 police shooting death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, officers have been backing off of proactive policing, and criminals are becoming emboldened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe War on Cops\u003c\/em\u003e expands on Mac Donald's groundbreaking and controversial reporting on the Ferguson effect and the criminal-justice system. It deconstructs the central narrative of the Black Lives Matter movement: that racist cops are the greatest threat to young black males. On the contrary, it is criminals and gangbangers who are responsible for the high black homicide death rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book exposes the truth about officer use of force and explodes the conceit of \"mass incarceration.\" A rigorous analysis of data shows that crime, not race, drives police actions and prison rates. The growth of proactive policing in the 1990s, along with lengthened sentences for violent crime, saved thousands of minority lives. In fact, Mac Donald argues, no government agency is more dedicated to the proposition that \"black lives matter\" than today's data-driven, accountable police department.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMac Donald gives voice to the many residents of high-crime neighbourhoods who want proactive policing. She warns that race-based attacks on the criminal-justice system, from the White House on down, are eroding the authority of law and putting lives at risk. This book is a call for a more honest and informed debate about policing, crime, and race.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46634682777836,"sku":"9781594039683","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/14845383482755.jpg?v=1752034368"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/heather-mac-donald.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}