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Originally Posted by Triple_R
That's all fine, but don't encourage stealing in the interim. That's actually more likely to undo your cause than anything.
Keep in mind that when the poor man steals, it's usually not from the rich, because the rich tend to have their holdings very well-secured. No, it's Joe and Jane Average that feels the pinch when a poor man steals. And Joe and Jane Average are exactly who needs to be persuaded if you want to change the laws.
When Joe and Jane Average get stolen from, they're likely to just want more "tough on crime" laws, and/or for the thief to be deported (if applicable/possible).
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Also keep in mind that I am not suggesting all crimes are desperation based.
I would dare say most crimes are committed by career criminals, people who do it because they want to, not because they had to. My post only concerns the small percentage who did things out of desperation.