Ann Petry's 'In Darkness and Confusion' and the Harlem Riot of 1943: fictional insights into the causes and Nature of collective violence
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Ann Petty's 'In Darkness and Confusion' portrayed the Harlem Riot of 1943 as a result of the frustration felt toward city officials, police, and the segregated military. Historians and sociologists support this view, noting looters came from all economic and social classes and that the rioters were physically deprived.
Publication Name: Women & Criminal Justice
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0897-4454
Year: 2000
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Police handling of domestic violence calls: an overview and further investigation
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Two methodologies for reporting police arrest response rates are examined, the police self-report and case record analysis. Findings include the significant impact of situational factors in both methods over other factors such as victim, officer or offender characteristics.
Publication Name: Women & Criminal Justice
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0897-4454
Year: 1999
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Evaluating the efficacy of protection orders for victims of domestic violence
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A study is conducted to gauge the efficacy of protection orders for victims of domestic violence. It concludes that those who work daily to support battered women should inspire the study of cause towards domestic violence better.
Publication Name: Women & Criminal Justice
Subject: Women's issues/gender studies
ISSN: 0897-4454
Year: 2003
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