Why Can't DC Solve Its 'Teen Takeover' Problem?

About this episode

The episode discusses the divisive issue of Teen Takeovers in Washington and explores potential solutions, including the controversial curfew.

Teen Takeovers — and what to do about them — has become one of the most divisive issues in local Washington. The mayor announced a new curfew; rivals like mayoral candidate Janeese Lewis George oppose them. Georgetown University juvenile-justice scholar Eduardo Ferrer is not one of the folks who’s on the fence about the issue: He thinks curfews are a rotten idea. We talked about how to reach kids, how to avert antisocial behavior, and what Washington should expect as a long hot summer looms. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can text us or leave a voicemail at: (202) 642-2654. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 20th episode: Window Nation National Museum of the American Indian Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE.

People in this episode

Guest: Eduardo Ferrer

Topics covered

• Teen Takeovers
• curfew
• juvenile justice
• antisocial behavior
• local politics

Keywords

• Teen Takeovers
• curfew
• Washington
• Eduardo Ferrer
• antisocial behavior

Sponsors

Window Nation, National Museum of the American Indian

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Georgetown University

Places: Washington

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