Right realism
Conservative approach to crime focusing on deterrence and punishment; argues rational choice theory explains crime, blames underclass, and recommends tough policing and harsher sentences.
Real World
New York City's 1990s 'zero tolerance' policing under Mayor Giuliani — arresting people for turnstile-jumping and graffiti — is the most cited real-world application of right realist 'broken windows' theory, and crime did fall (though causes remain disputed).
Exam Focus
Right realism is frequently paired with left realism in 'compare' questions — always note what each perspective ignores about the other.
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