Final Part 1

Broken Windows Theory

Theory that visible signs of disorder signal community neglect and lead to increased crime.

Quality of Life Policing

Policing approach that aggressively targets minor offenses to reclaim public spaces and improve safety.

Stop and Frisk Policy

Allows police to stop, question, and search individuals based on 'reasonable suspicion', often linked to minor disorderly conduct.

Disproportionate Impact

Quality of Life policing and Stop and Frisk disproportionately affect marginalized communities, leading to racial profiling.

Pervasive Penality

Systematic criminalization of poverty and homelessness, trapping individuals in cycles of punishment.

Move-Along Orders

Police directives requiring homeless individuals to leave public spaces, disrupting stability and access to services.

Citations and Fines

Legal penalties for minor offenses that create financial burdens on homeless individuals, deepening their cycle of homelessness.

Infestation Rhetoric

Dehumanizing language used in media framing homeless individuals as 'infestations', fostering public fear and justifying harsh policies.

Derailing Strategy

A rhetorical tactic used to divert attention from the main issue in a discussion, often shifting focus to unrelated topics.

'Black-on-Black Crime' Argument

Argument used to shift blame onto Black communities, deflecting attention from systemic racism and police misconduct.

Xhercis Mendez’s Approach

Suggests to directly challenge narratives like 'Black-on-Black crime', emphasizing systemic issues and the urgency of police accountability.