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Predictive Policing and the Erosion of Civil Liberties

Quick fact

Several U.S. cities, including Los Angeles and Chicago, have used predictive policing tools, but some have discontinued them due to complaints about racial bias and ineffectiveness.

Why this is interesting

Imagine if a computer could predict where the next crime will happen—should the police go there? And what if the prediction is wrong?