Econ 573 Econ of Crime Blog #5

Of all the student papers, which 3 did you find most interesting and/or compelling? Why? And, yes, you can include your own in your top 3.

Econ 573 blog # 4 Is profiling efficient or prejudicial or both?

Thanks to Ervin, Alex, and Nate for speaking up inclass today. What do you think?

Econ 573 Blog #3 Victimless Crimes

With respect to legalizing and regulating prostitution, which is more problematic: the increased demand for certain types of sexual services or the increased supply? Why?

Econ 573 Econ of Crime Blog #2

Consider all the evidence for the deterrent effect of capital punishment and the evidence against any deterrent effects. Should the death penalty be scrapped as a punishment? Is it efficient?

Should We Imprison Those Most Likely to Commit Future Crimes?

The prospect poses some interesting dilemmas...
http://youtu.be/q2bmImPNKbM

Econ 573 Blog #1 Michael Clayton "Trade-offs"

Reflect on the characters in the film "Michael Clayton". As completely as you can, list the trade-offs each of the primary characters faces during the course of the film. For example, Arthur can: 1) keep quiet about UNorth's deception and retire a wealthy man or 2) pursue UNorth by leaking documents and making the case against them. In your opinion, what is the most significant trade-off in the film? Why?

Counting Crimes in Michael Clayton

One of the core economic principles students learn about in microeconomics is the notion of opportunity costs--the inherent trade-offs in every decision. We will watch the film "Michael Clayton" over the next two weeks. Your first mission: to count the crimes (hidden and revealed) in the movie. Your second mission: to track as many trade-offs as you can from start to finish. We'll post the results here in the comments.