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To the Point

How local police became tax collectors

Hosted by Warren Olney Aug. 17, 2016 National
When cities reduce taxes they face cuts in service — and one alternative source of revenue is increased focus on minor crimes with escalating penalties. We hear how that puts municipal finance on the backs of the poor and leads to resentment of the police.

Photo: Wayan Vota

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Warren Olney

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Paul von Zielbauer, Katie Cooper, Jenny Hamel

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