Richard Chew is joined by Joseph Margulies, civil rights lawyer, professor of the Practice of Government at Cornell University, and author of the 2026 book "Cast Out: A Call for a Forgiving Society in an Age of Incarceration."

Margulies discusses the necessity of moving from judgment to understanding in an age of incarceration by examining the psychological roots of crime. He argues that understanding what happened rather than just what was done allows society to recognize shared humanity. The conversation also examines how environmental stressors and inadequate social systems contribute to criminal behavior and mental health crises. 

- Mental Health and Physiology: The discussion notes that prolonged exposure to violence keeps individuals in a permanent state of fight-or-flight, which can physically change brain function and impair reasoning abilities during crises.
- Economic Disparity: The conversation touches on disproportionate resource allocation in certain neighborhoods, which prevents necessary mental health interventions, creating a cycle of trauma that necessitates a more forgiving society.

Catch "Chew's Views with Richard Chew” weekdays from 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. Central on WCPT (heartlandsignal.com/programs/chews-views).

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