United States is more punitive than any of the other developed nations

1-Given that the United States is more punative than any of the other developed nations and has the highest
incarceration rates in the world, how can anybody make a case for mandatory sentencing laws? (critical
thinking, be specific)
2-When it comes to disparities in punishment, sentencing, and imprisonment in United States, which is more
important - race, class, or gender - why?
3-What are some differences between men and women with respect to crimes the commit, the punishment
they receive, and the conditions of their imprisonment?
4-In your last reading Mauer states removing certain offenders from sentencing and into rehabilitation and
such, would improve the criminal justice system. Give examples, and state whether you agree or disagree, why
or why not?
5-Mauer explains the intended and unintended consequences, what are they? And how do they effect different
groups?