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What role does the media play in shaping perceptions of crime and criminality?
What role does the media play in shaping perceptions of crime and criminality?
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: The media influences public perceptions of crime through selective reporting, sensationalism, and the perpetuation of stereotypes, potentially distorting understanding and shaping policy responses to crime.