Germany - Low Crime, Clean Prisons, Lessons for America

Explore the stark differences between the German and American criminal justice systems in this 26-minute TEDx talk by District Attorney Jeff Rosen. Discover how Germany maintains a lower crime rate and smaller prison population compared to the United States. Examine the unique features of German prisons and consider potential lessons that America could learn from this approach. Gain insights from Rosen's experience as a prosecutor and leader in criminal justice reform as he discusses his mission to pursue justice fairly and respectfully. Learn about Germany's innovative strategies for reducing crime and rehabilitating offenders, and consider how these methods might be applied in the American context.