Part 1:300 word response not including the Question please

Part 2 & 3: 100 word responses

Part 1: In your opinion, are Control Theories strong enough to be considered general theories of crime? Why or why not? Is any one theory within the category better than the others? Which one and why? Be sure to use evidence from lecture/assigned readings to support your contention.

Part 2: 1. Self-control theory is a good explanation for crime in general because outside factors such as environments and child hood make a big impact on the opportunities one has to commit crimes. However, the idea that self-control is permanent is not exactly true for everyone. The theory mentions that self-control is permanent unless opportunities to commit crimes changes for the individual. The idea that peoples ways of living stays stable throughout their youth and into adult hood is not a very acceptable or trusted concept. Each individual is different. It seems that this theory is tautological because it states poor parenting causes low self-control and thus leads to crime. This is a learned cycle for the children involved because they see and learn directly from parents actions/behaviors.

2. I believe control theories are strong enough to be considers general theories of crime because it all leads back to child hood trauma i.e. bad parenting. Bad parenting can be a very significant cause of why people commit crimes and the opportunities they have to commit them. If a parent neglects a child its whole life and does not teach them morals (right from wrong) the child will grow up not knowing a difference. Research has shown that the majority of offenders in prison did not have a strong/healthy relationship with their parents. I think one specific theory from control theories that really supports this is Hirchi’s social bonding theory because it takes into account the attachment issues one may have experienced in childhood as well as the beliefs ones has. It all links back to the type of morals one was taught in childhood.

3. For people who have never committed a crime before, I think that courts should consider how harshly they are punishing someone as first time offenders. Of course, it would be ideal that they learn a lesson and do not commit crime again but this is not always the case. For people who have a criminal history and are on parole or probation, courts should introduce a rehabilitation program that allows these people to live a better life on the outside. Many offenders have a hard time getting employment after getting out of prison and there should be programs designed where they partner up with companies that hire offenders, so they will have a line of work set up for them. Society as a whole should stop holding a negative stigma over offenders who enter back into society. If someone keeps referring to an ex offender as a criminal then they will never get out of that mindset. Society should work to be more accepting of those who are trying to turn their lives around.

Part 3: Based on this weeks Control Theories I still stand by delinquent friends cause delinquent behavior (i.e., lay down with dogs, get up with fleas) because I feel like human beings are more prone to go out and look for friends that are like them. Even after learning more about the theories I more side with this idea. Also believe that human beings inherently more tabula rosa (Social Learning & Subcultural Theories) because human beings are not born to naturally behave evil more so who we are socialized around and if they are evil then they will go along not exactly knowing that it is not actually right.

In my opinion, I believe that Control Theories are more so strong enough to be considered general theories of crime. I would consider it to be a general reason as to why human beings commit delinquent acts because it goes back to human beings being born as “blank slates” and it is up to who we are surrounded by that creates who we are whether it is right ways to live or bad ways to live. Human beings can be raised normal but may have improper socialization would not understand proper cultural norms, values and laws.

A specific theory that I liked the most this week was Social Bonding Theory. I think it is a good explanation of crime because human beings are social animals and if we lack any of the four bonds that were listed then it can result in criminal acts. I can see that if a human being stops having emotional connectivity with others and stopped caring about being in pro-social activities then they can engage in the opposite and become delinquent. Then, if they lose those interest and start to not care about any good commitments and beliefs then they don’t care about any bad outcomes.

https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x2z4yee 

As you view this video take notes on how the individuals or groups listed below

Self-identify or see themselves. 

How they interact within their own group, between the groups, along with their similarities or differences.

How each group believes they are expected to behave, how the opposing group thinks they should behave, and actual roles that they have assumed.

The Warden

1. The Correction Officers (Rookie and Veteran)
2. The Inmates (Convicts and Inmates)
3. The use of the Tactical Response Team (their effectiveness and their ability to command/control inmates verses that of the rookie officer(s))

The Families of Offenders

1. The Victims of Crimes 
2. In addition examine the:
3. (A)Physical plant,
4. a.Housing
5. b.Recreation Areas (Outside/Inside)
6. c.Rehabilitation

d.Mess Hall

(B)Type of security in use in the housing unit

C)How and why inmates segregate themselves within the Mess Hall

D)How classification and rehabilitation is being applied.

a.Do you think the type of rehabilitation could be successful; why or why not. 

Your assignment is to identify and make five (5) comparisons and/or similarities between individuals and/or specific groups.  Examples are Rookie Officers vs. Veteran, within the Veteran Officer Group (Officer vs. Tactical), Inmate vs. Convict, Rookie Officer vs. Convict, Inmate Visitor vs. Victim, the effectiveness of the Warden (autocratic vs. bureaucratic and/or hands on – hands off approach: who would you want to work for and why), and the ratio of staff to inmates and challenges officers or inmates may face may be confronted with.  Not only identify them but describe and explain how their relationships within their group or between groups.  

Use separate paragraphs or bullet type points to separate the required five (5) comparisons and/or similarities.  

Students will compose an expository essay, which investigates an idea, evaluates evidence, and presents an argument. The student will explore the concepts of freedom, power, equality, justice, and/ or civic life, and their evolution, in the context of the US (DJC 100.1). The student will classify, categorize, and summarize the structures and functions of government in the U.S. appropriate to the concepts discussed (DJC 100.3).

This is an academic, formal essay written to an academic audience. Students must use Calibri 11 font.

Expository Essay – Does the Constitution Still Matter Today?

Does the Constitution still matter? The Founding Fathers are considered geniuses for the government they created, especially considering how long it has lasted. Does the Constitution still matter today? Does the Constitution protect and safeguard the rights and liberties of the people to the extent promised by the Founding Fathers? Why or not? Argue your position by citing at least three (3) specific provisions within the Constitution and/or Bill of Rights.

Length: 3-4 pages typed, doubled-spaced

Format: APA style. Use the pre-formatted library (click link).

• Title your essay (title should capture the essence of your thesis)
• Submit your essay to Canvas
• Paper will be run through TurnitIn (plagiarism detection)
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• No spaces between paragraphs.

ADDITIONAL FORMATTING INSTRUCTIONS:

Paragraph 1: Introduction. Present your argument/thesis. Make sure that you include the three amendments/sections in this paragraph. If you are having difficulty writing this paragraph, do it last! 🙂

Paragraph 2: Discuss one section/amendment. Topic sentence relates back to thesis. Cite provision; analyze provision; relate back to thesis.

Paragraph 3: Discuss one section/amendment. Topic sentence relates back to thesis. Cite provision; analyze provision; relate back to thesis.

Paragraph 4: Discuss one section/amendment. Topic sentence relates back to thesis. Cite provision; analyze provision; relate back to thesis.

Paragraph 5: Conclusion. This paragraph should fully review thesis and main ideas.

Questions:

1. Which theory should we use to explain/understand Premier Khrushchev’s strategic goals during the Cuban Missile Crisis?
2. Which policy would you suggest to President Kennedy if you were a member of the ExComm during the crisis? Acquiescence, diplomacy, blockade, surgical strike on the missile bases, or extensive air attack?

Reference:

1. *Huth, Paul K. 1999. “Deterrence and International Conflict: Empirical Findings and Theoretical Debates.” Annual Review of Political Science 2 (1): 25-48.
2. *Schelling, Thomas C. 2015. “Deterrence and Compellence.” In The Use of Force: Military Power and International Politics edited by Robert J. Art and Kelly M. Greenhill, 20-27. Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.
3. *George, Alexander. 2015. “Coercive Diplomacy.” In The Use of Force: Military Power and International Politics edited by Robert J. Art and Kelly M. Greenhill, 106-111. Rowman & Littlefield Publishers.
4. *George, Alexander and William E. Simons. 1994. The Limits of Coercive Diplomacy. Westview Press. Conclusion.
5. Kim, Yang Gyu and Félix E. Martín. 2021. “At the Brink of Nuclear War: Feasibility of Retaliation and the U.S. Policy Decisions During the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis.” All Azimuth 10(2): 125-147.