This Chapter Began by Discussing the Changes in Parole Since

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Essay

This chapter began by discussing the changes in parole since the 1970s. It is very difficult for offenders to be released when they are judged "ready" for release when job training and education programs have been severely curtailed. In your opinion, what might explain this trend and what are the greater social effects of these policies?

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Definitions:

Leader-member Exchange Theory

A theory that focuses on the two-way (dyadic) relationship between leaders and followers, emphasizing that the quality of this relationship influences outcomes.

Differentiated Relationships

Relationships in an organizational or social context that are not uniform but vary significantly based on factors such as role, status, or individual differences.

Idiosyncrasy Credits

A concept referring to the latitude or privilege granted to individuals allowing them to deviate from group norms because of their contributions or status.

Norms

Socially accepted rules that prescribe the expected behavior in specific contexts or groups.