Election '22: What Matters: Tackling Crime In Milwaukee

The video discusses the persistent issue of neighborhood violence in Milwaukee, highlighting a significant rise in crime rates, particularly homicides, since the pandemic. This increase has become a focal point in political campaigns, with candidates using crime statistics to appeal to voters. The discussion also touches on the racial undertones in political advertising and the community's desire for change. Despite frustrations, community members express a commitment to voting and addressing the root causes of violence.

How has the pandemic affected the perception of violence in Milwaukee according to the text?

What changes have been observed in the crime rates in Milwaukee over the past few years?

What role does crime play in the political landscape of Wisconsin as mentioned in the text?

What concerns do community leaders have regarding the portrayal of crime in political advertising?

According to Angela Lang, what is the root cause of the violence in the community?