Presents a selection of provocative lectures on a variety of topics within the general theme of crime & justice. Lecture topics addressed include: what, if anything, can the Federal government do about crime? why can't we make prohibition work better? some consequences of ignoring the unattractive; the legitimization of criminal justice policies & practices; breaking the cycle of violence against children; & crime, the media, & our public discourse. The text of the question & answer session following each lecture is also included.