From trickles to rivers of crime and freedom

Abstract

Chapter 12 argues that most of my propositions involve intertwined empirical claims and political claims that will always be resisted by those who hold power. Chapter 12 makes a pitch to young criminologists that they can lead satisfying intellectual lives by being politically serious. It is not really possible to be serious about reducing crime and expanding freedom without engaging with social movement struggles. Chantal Mouffe is an inspiration on being pluralist and agonistic rather than antagonistic. I hope this work stirs political passions in a Mouffe fashion.