Violent Crime At 30-Year Low

American Voices • crime • trends • ISSUE 41•40 • Oct 5, 2005

Statistics indicate that the violent-crime rate in the U.S. is at its lowest point in 30 years. What do you think?

“Violent crime is down largely due to the use of tasers, which when used properly, are considered not violent, but 'humorous' crimes.”
Hailey Woodruff –
Tailor
“It's no wonder. With the unattainable standards set by violence in the media, no one wants to try to compete.”
Richard Comstock –
Cashier
“As much as I'd like to contest this new statistic, it's just not worth being tried for 426 counts of murder.”
Jackson Crow –
Systems Analyst

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