Svante Myrick: Armed and Afraid
As more senseless shootings claim lives, it’s time to turn away from apocalyptic rhetoric and focus on what actually makes us safer.
May 16, 2023 · 4 Comments
Amanda Alexander, Deanna Van Buren: The Care(ful) Work of Abolishing Prisons
How to kick our national addiction to prisons
April 18, 2023 · 8 Comments
George Yancy: Policing Does Not Have Problems — It Is the Problem
We must examine proactive ways to address the social issues that lead to crime and violence, which does not necessitate more police.
April 12, 2023 · 4 Comments
Olivia Pace: Policing keeps us safe? It’s a myth. Here’s why.
When you peel back the facade, police and military perpetuate violence on a personal and professional level.
December 17, 2020 · 1 Comment
Kevin A. Young: History Shows That Sustained Disruptive Protests Work
Electoral campaigns require a majority of voters. Non-electoral strategies do not.
July 29, 2020 · 4 Comments
Lornet Turnbull: Cities Reimagine Public Safety Amid Calls to #DefundPolice
Lawmakers across the country are proposing policy measures to cut or loosen ties to traditional policing.
June 16, 2020 · 2 Comments
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