Studies in Law, Politics, and Society

This volume of Studies in Law,Politics and Society explores issues around hatred and the law, including the patterns of death penalty bill introductions, the role of social media companies in the regulation of online hate speech, and a socio-legal analysis of gender-based victimization, misogyny, and the hate crime paradigm in England and Wales.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 18 January 2021
Publisher: Emerald Publishing Limited

This extensive volume of Studies in Law, Politics, and Society delves into profound inquiries surrounding hatred and its legal implications. Comprising a diverse and esteemed collection of scholars, the topics explored within this volume encompass a wide range of subjects. These include an in-depth analysis of the patterns of death penalty bill introductions across all active death penalty states in the United States from 1999 to 2018, known as the era of abolition. The book also explores the myriad factors contributing to America's limited police and prosecutorial response to bias-motivated hate crimes, shedding light on the complex challenges faced in combating this form of violence. Furthermore, it delves into the intricate ways in which the Batman and Joker graphic novels challenge and legitimize the countersubversive politics of American law and order through their portrayal of vigilante justice. Additionally, the volume examines the role of social media companies in regulating online hate speech, highlighting the urgent need for effective measures to combat hateful rhetoric in the digital age. Moreover, it conducts a socio-legal analysis of gender-based victimization, misogyny, and the hate crime paradigm in England and Wales, shedding light on the societal implications of these issues. By offering valuable insights into the complex interplay between hatred and the law, this volume serves as a crucial resource for legal scholars across the globe. Its profound examination of these topics contributes to a deeper understanding of the societal challenges posed by hatred and its impact on legal systems.

Weight: 340g
Dimension: 159 x 238 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800712218