The Future of Policing in America
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What the Defund Movement Has Meant for Police Budgets Nationwide
Plus, a look at one specific city’s efforts to reallocate funds back to the community. May 27, 2021
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George Floyd's Murder Sparked a Global Movement
People in Thailand, Argentina, Mexico, Japan, and other countries across the globe demonstrated solidarity with Black Americans. May 25, 2021
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It's Been One Year Since George Floyd was Murdered
A look at how the murder of George Floyd changed how many people's understanding of the role that racism plays within American institutions. May 25, 2021
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Is Legislation the Answer to Removing Extremists from Police Departments?
Since George Floyd was murdered by a white police officer in Minneapolis last summer, the role of racism and bias in policing has been front and center for many Americans. May 13, 2021
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The Work That Remains in the Wake of Guilty Verdict for Derek Chauvin
The guilty verdict for Derek Chauvin came as a relief to many nationwide, but the number of people killed by police since his trial began underscores the broader issues that remain. Apr 28, 2021
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Community Questions Lack of Transparency After Law Enforcement Killing of Andrew Brown Jr.
Andrew Brown Jr. was killed by Sherriff's Deputies in North Carolina. Apr 27, 2021
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GOP States Are Pushing for Stricter Penalties for Protesters
On the heels of last summer’s racial justice uprisings, GOP states like Florida, Oklahoma, and Iowa are increasing legal punishments for protesters. Apr 26, 2021
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Following Derek Chauvin's Conviction, Renewed Calls for Police Reform in Congress
While many breathed a sigh of relief following the verdict, the days since have been a reminder of just how rampant police violence is in the country. Apr 23, 2021
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What's Next for the Minneapolis Police Department?
After the guilty verdict in Derek Chauvin’s case was delivered, the Department of Justice announced that they would investigate the Minneapolis Police Department. Apr 22, 2021
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Derek Chauvin Found Guilty of Murdering George Floyd
After just ten hours of deliberation, a jury in Minneapolis found former police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all three charges in the murder of George Floyd. Apr 21, 2021