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American Police Reform

American Police Reform

De : Michael Fortune
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 Police are killing more people of color than whites in America. Blacks are 3 times more likely to be killed by police. There are a number of killings of unarmed blacks which has raised the consciousness of America with the spark from the George Floyd death.

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    • Reimagining Safety_ Beyond Policing

      Reimagining Safety_ Beyond Policing
      Jan 6 2026
      Welcome to today’s episode, where we dive into a transformative idea gaining momentum across communities—abolitionist frameworks that propose replacing traditional policing with community-based safety initiatives. Imagine a world where instead of diverting funds to police, we invested in education, healthcare, and housing. Sounds radical? Maybe, but many are starting to see the potential benefits of this shift.
      Let’s start by unpacking the movement that catalyzed this conversation—the "defund the police" movement. This slogan first took hold in the U.S. and has become synonymous with calls to reallocate police budgets to community support programs. Supporters argue that by investing in social services like mental health care and affordable housing, we can address the root causes of crime, such as poverty and inequality, rather than responding with punitive measures.


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      4 min
    • Rethinking Public Safety_ Community-Based Solutions

      Rethinking Public Safety_ Community-Based Solutions
      Jan 6 2026
      Imagine a world where a mental health crisis doesn't send police rushing to the scene, but rather a specialized team that understands the nuances of the situation. That world is beginning to take shape across various cities as they embrace transformational reform in public safety, radically redesiging how we respond to emergencies. Today, we delve into the exciting developments in alternative responders, shedding light on why this shift is not just necessary, but urgent.
      This movement has gained significant momentum, particularly following the protests that swept the nation in 2020, shining a spotlight on police practices and pushing for a re-evaluation of public safety. In Seattle, the news broke that the Community Assisted Response and Engagement, also known as the CARE Department, is expanding its civilian 911 response teams citywide in 2025. With a budget of $3.5 million dedicated to enhancing staffing, these teams are specially trained to handle non-violent emergencies—offering a fresh approach that reduces reliance on armed police.


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      4 min
    • Cameras, Compliance, and Community_ The Path to Police Reform

      Cameras, Compliance, and Community_ The Path to Police Reform
      Jan 6 2026
      Today, we’re diving into an important aspect of police reform that’s been buzzing in communities across the nation: body-worn cameras, or BWCs. These devices have emerged as a crucial player in enhancing transparency, accountability, and trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve. But how effective are they really? Let’s unpack this together.
      The story of BWCs began in earnest after a series of high-profile incidents, where public outcry over police conduct ignited a call for change. In 2014, the U.S. Department of Justice kicked things off with a $20 million pilot program aimed at getting police agencies equipped with these cameras.


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      4 min
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