Have you heard of the “Broken Windows Theory”? The “Broken Windows Theory,” introduced in 1982 by criminologists James Q. Wilson and George L. Kelling, suggests that visible signs of disorder encourage further rule-breaking and more serious crime. This concept uses the metaphor of a building with broken windows, illustrating how unchecked neglect reveals a lack of rule enforcement and a tolerance for negative behaviors. Notably, consistently enforcing laws against minor issues, the “petty” things, actually reduces overall crime incidents. This principle is extremely relevant as numerous “broken windows” currently confront us in the Philippines. How MMDA’s Gabriel Go Fixes “Broken Windows” and Addresses Public Disorder One recent issue that gained viral attention centers on Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) Special Operations Group – Strike Force (SOG-SF)