"The Abolitionism-Reformism Spectrum": A Conversation with Jason Warr
Briefly

The article discusses the complex and politicized debate between prison reformists and abolitionists, highlighting the tendency for both sides to misunderstand each other's arguments. Criminologist Jason Warr explores the strengths and weaknesses of both positions while reflecting on the morality of punishment. Notably, Tommie Shelby advocates for a more analytical philosophical approach to better understand abolitionist arguments, which often draw on personal narratives and theories of class oppression. The analysis aims to assess the validity of the abolitionist rhetoric within the broader discussions about justice and reform.
"The debate between prison reformists and prison abolitionists is raw and heavily politicised, increasing the risk of misunderstanding each other's positions rather than engaging meaningfully."
"Philosopher Tommie Shelby aims to apply a more analytic approach to the arguments of prison abolitionists to evaluate the validity of their conclusions."
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