It takes time to see the effects of these programs, but already homicide rates have decreased twenty percent since 1994 (Schiraldi 11A). By no means will these programs completely reduce crime and violence either. There will always be people who dont become involved in these programs, are too stubborn to change, or come from home lives that are too bad, and already have behaviors that are too hard to correct. There will always be crime and punishment in the United States of America. But if we continue to administer preventive organizations and positive outlets for our at risk youth, our lives will become much safer, and the future of our nation much, much brighter. ...
