ARRRG! Crime

CRIME RATES in California

I. After eight years of a steady decline California’s crime rate is increasing due to the ebbing economy. The increase of crime in California’s big cities is accredited to the unemployment rate, the widening gap between the Caucasians and the minorities, and the inadequate police force.
A. Surprising crime statistics for California
1. California cities compared to other states
2. Why is California’s murder/crime rate increasing the most?
a. The unemployment rate
(1.) Businesses shedding workers by the thousands each month
(2.) Crime higher in poor areas with the highest unemployment rate.
b. The minority ...