re: Big Democratic cities are an utter nightmare.

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Or decreasingly reported

Or increasingly pled down

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Bingo

Violent Chicago crime is not reported or tallied properly. It hasn't been for over 20 years.

Chicago's crime reporting has been subject to scrutiny due to discrepancies, selective data use by politicians, and challenges with data collection and reporting methods, particularly during the transition to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS). While Chicago's police department submits its own data, some surrounding agencies did not in recent years, and other cities have not reported all their data to the FBI, which can create a misleading picture when comparing statistics. Experts also note that misclassification or downgrading of crimes can occur, and the way data is presented can be skewed to support political narratives.
Challenges in reporting and data integrity
Inconsistent agency reporting: In 2022, many law enforcement agencies in Illinois and other states, including some sheriff's offices near Chicago, failed to submit data to the FBI, although the Chicago Police Department did report its data.
Data is often misleading: When comparing statistics, it's important to be aware that data can be used to create different impressions. For example, focusing on the number of homicides versus the homicide rate can shift perceptions.
Political spin: Politicians from both parties have been accused of selectively using crime data to support their narratives, making it crucial to critically evaluate the information presented.
Misclassification of crimes: Crimes can be misclassified or downgraded (e.g., a robbery downgraded to burglary), which can make crime rates appear lower than they are.
Transition to NIBRS: The FBI's shift to the NIBRS reporting system led to gaps in data, as many large cities initially failed to report, making it difficult to track overall crime trends.

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