Lee Baca and Gary Mangiofico: Preschool is key to crime prevention - LA Daily News:
"RECENT statistics indicating that crime in Los Angeles has dropped to the lowest level in more than 40 years is most encouraging. Above all, it's a testament to the joint efforts of our political leaders and law enforcement agencies working together to improve our quality of life.
However, we cannot rest on our laurels, but must continue to pursue strategies that will ensure that crime in our communities will continue to decline.
There are obviously numerous methods that can be employed to deter criminal activity. One of these might surprise you, and that is quality early childhood education."
