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The police force on screen is a lot different than the police force on the streets.

How Your Favorite Cop Shows Can Perpetuate Police Misconduct

Emily Jewett, University of San Diego

TV programs about law enforcement ultimately function as propaganda that hides the ugly truths of American policing and justice…

July 21, 2020

Trial by Media

‘Trial by Media’ Looks at the Relationship Between News and the Courtroom

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

When does the need for entertainment turn justice into just more pop culture fodder?…

May 25, 2020

"Law and Order: SVU"

‘Law and Order: SVU’ Shined a Light on the Injustices Strippers Face

Alyssa Alexander, SUNY Buffalo State

Pole dancing is becoming widely accepted for parties and fitness, but stripping remains vilified. So, what's the difference?…

April 12, 2020