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Poverty or Crime When Shoplifting? | Wilmington News
A New York lawmaker is sparking heated debate by arguing that shoplifting of basic necessities like soap and toothpaste reflects a “biological need” born from wealth disparity—not criminal intent. Assemblywoman Emily Gallagher calls for redirecting resources toward solving root causes of inequality rather than prosecuting those struggling to survive, contrasting it with big retail profits. Critics, including former prosecutors and retired police officials, push back—emphasizing accountability through diversion programs and defending traditional policing tactics like “broken windows.” While…
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