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Looking at American crime data reveals that approximately 54% of murders are committed by Black individuals, with a substantial portion of their victims being fellow Black individuals. Hispanics account for about 21% of murders. These figures highlight that the majority of violent crime is concentrated within marginalized communities, often linked to poverty, lack of education, and unemployment.
This does not justify violence but underscores that alleviating poverty and increasing employment opportunities are critical components of crime reduction strategies. Focusing merely on race or ethnicity oversimplifies a complex societal issue that calls for comprehensive solutions rather than policy-driven employment reductions.