<p>In his first book, UCR Professor of Philosophy Barry Lam broaches widespread criminalization and argues to return decision-making power to “the street level.” &nbsp;</p> <p>“The proliferation of rules and mandates is making us dumber, less moral, more deceptive, and less able to govern important institutions,” Lam argues in “Fewer Rules, Better People,” published by W.W. Norton &amp; Company. The book is 157 pages and utilizes narrative to ground abstract ideas.</p>