But these actions alone cannot be our only effort to reduce crime and violence and keep our kids, families and communities safe. Addressing gun violence must be part of our work, folks. In recent years, Wisconsin has seen about a 21% decrease in homicide, nearly 30% decrease in burglary, and almost a 50% decrease in motor vehicle theft. Major categories of violent crime are going down statewide, and yet the rate of gun deaths in Wisconsin is trending in opposite direction. (26:49–27:02)
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Asserts decreases in homicide, burglary, and motor vehicle theft in Wisconsin.
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