Read the Following Article: Felicity Huffman's 14-day jail sentence shows just how much privilege plays into criminal sentencing (Insider; Geiger, 2019 Sept 17).

Actress Felicity Huffman was one of several individuals, which included celebrities, convicted in the 'Varsity Blues' scandal. Specifically, Huffman paid an exam proctor to doctor her daughter's SAT scores to improve her chances of being admitted into a prestigious college. In September, a judge sentenced Huffman to 14 days in prison, sparking discussions about privilege and punishment in the criminal justice system. Do you think Huffman's sentence was a fair punishment? To what extent do you think Huffman's privileged social status as a white and wealthy woman influenced her sentence?

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