Anne Milgram: Why smart statistics are the key to fighting crime

The speaker discusses their journey from being the attorney general of New Jersey to addressing systemic issues in criminal justice through data and analytics. They highlight challenges faced in Camden and the broader national context, emphasizing the need for data-driven decision-making. A universal risk assessment tool was developed to aid judges in making informed decisions, aiming to transform the criminal justice system into one that is fairer and more effective.

What motivated the speaker to ask basic questions about the criminal justice system?

What were the findings regarding low-level drug cases in Trenton?

Describe the two significant experiences the speaker had as attorney general that changed their perspective on criminal justice.

How did the speaker's experience in Camden, New Jersey, influence their views on policing?

What is the significance of data-driven policing according to the speaker?

What does the speaker mean by 'Moneyball' in the context of criminal justice?

What were the results of implementing data and analytics in Camden?

What challenges does the speaker identify in the current criminal justice system?

How does the speaker propose to improve decision-making in the criminal justice system?

What is the goal for the use of data-driven risk assessment tools in the United States?