In the Text, Box 12

question 9

Essay

In the text, Box 12.8 details some of the initiatives taken against white collar crime by Scandinavian countries.What are some of the actions these countries have taken? Do you think their initiatives are worthwhile? Could the United States learn from these countries to develop more proactive measures to fight white collar crime? Lastly, what is the United States currently doing to proactively fight white collar crime and what do you think still needs to be done?

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