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1
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What is criminogenic capitalism?

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The very nature of capitalism causes crime

2
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what is selective law enforcement?

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law enforcement favours the rich and powerful, but targets and punishes the poor

3
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what is hegemonic control?

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bourgeoisie have imposed their beliefs and values upon society and they have become dominant ones. This is why we are tricked unto associating criminality with the working class

4
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what is corporate crime?

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criminal acts committed by companies to increase their profits

5
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what is secondary picketing?

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people from one workplace joining the picket line of another workplace

6
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what is non-decision making and who came up with it?

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Chambliss- there are many situations that can be seen as immoral but are not against the law

7
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Why does Corall believe corporate crime is not regarded as a serious problem against the general public?

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  • crimes are invisible
  • it is often difficult to decide where the blame lies
  • many people don’t realise that they are a victim
8
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Who believes harm caused by corporate crime is far more serious than street crime?

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Box (1983)