In 1982, the brutal beating and death of Vincent Chin near a Detroit nightclub enraged the Asian American community and led to changes in the legal system.
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Andrea Magalhaes hasn’t demanded vengeance since her son was murdered — she’s called for expanding the social safety net to address the root causes of crime. Public officials should listen to her.
Victim impact statements give survivors a voice in the criminal justice process. But research shows their wrenching personal testimonies may not bring closure and can add racial bias into sentencing.
