What Is the Tragedy of the Commons? How Do Fishing

question 39

Essay

What is the tragedy of the commons? How do fishing technology and the tragedy of the commons intersect to jeopardize global fisheries?

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Definitions:

Victimized

Being made a victim, especially of a crime or any form of injustice or abuse.

Howard Becker

A sociologist known for his work on labeling theory, which suggests that societal reactions to certain behaviors can lead to deviance amplification.

Deviant

Behavior or actions that deviate from the societal norms or expectations, which can be criminal or non-criminal in nature.

Racial Profiling

The discriminatory practice by law enforcement officials of treating individuals as suspects based on their race, ethnicity, religion, or national origin rather than on any substantive evidence of criminal activity.