Crime Quote by Jerry Brown
“So we are being systematically trained to fear this false 'rising crime' tide. This is all part of a system to lock up more people, and impose more control and surveillance.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Climate Action Address, California Governor, 2015
Fear of crime is amplified to justify increased surveillance and incarceration.
In simple terms: Crime fear is used to expand control.
Key Takeaway
Question narratives that justify oppression.
Themes
politics
justice
surveillance
Mood
critical
concerned
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy debate
- community organizing
- media literacy
- legal advocacy
Key Concepts
social control
media framing
criminal justice reform
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies balance safety and liberty?
- What evidence challenges the crime‑fear narrative?
A Different Perspective
May overlook legitimate safety concerns.
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