Quote by Ayelet Waldman

The thing about youthful offenders is that no one seems to care about them. Most people don't like adolescents - even the good ones can be snarky and unpleasant. Combine the antipathy we feel toward the average teenager with the fear inspired by youth violence, and you have a population that no one wants to deal with.

The thing about youthful offenders is that no one seems to c

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This quote highlights the neglect and indifference society often shows towards youthful offenders. Adolescents, even the well-behaved ones, may not be favored due to their perceived attitude and behavior. The combination of society's dislike for teenagers and the fear of youth violence creates a stigmatized and marginalized group that nobody wants to address or support. This reinforces the lack of attention and resources devoted to young offenders, thereby perpetuating their alienation from society.

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