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“America Is on Trial”: Historian Ibram X. Kendi on the Failure to Convict Cops Who Kill Black People
Historian Ibram X. Kendi discusses the acquittal of the police officer who shot and killed Philando Castile and what it means.
“Philando Can Be Any of Us”: Black Lives Matter Protests Acquittal of Officer in Minnesota Killing
In Minnesota, protesters took to the streets Sunday for a third straight day.
Introducing “Who Do You Serve, Who Do You Protect?”
Truthout's first-ever print anthology addresses urgent questions about policing in the USA.
Meet Larry Krasner: Civil Rights Attorney, Death Penalty Opponent and Democratic Philly DA Candidate
Krasner is considered the front-runner in the race to become Philadelphia's next district attorney.
Alton Sterling: A Life of Collateral Insecurity
Sterling's life was devalued by the criminal legal system long before his death. He was a victim of the collateral consequences of a criminal record.
In the Face of Trump’s Surveillance Threats, Local Movements Demand Disclosure of Police Technologies
Local and state governments across the U.S. are demanding transparency in police use of surveillance technology.
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Trump Claims Cops Are “Obstructed,” Subject to “Unfair Vilification“
The president issued a proclamation on Monday, dedicating the week to law enforcement officers.
On Black Mama’s Bail Out Day, “Goal Is to Free Our People From These Cages” Before Mother’s Day
Mary Hooks, co-director of Southerners On New Ground, discusses Black Mama's Bail Out Day and what she hopes the effort will accomplish.
Jordan Edwards’s Shooter Has Been Charged. How Likely Is a Conviction?
Texas Police Officer Roy Oliver has been fired and charged with murder after shooting 15-year-old Jordan Edwards, but how likely is a conviction?
Meet the Arkansas Judge Who Faces Impeachment for Protesting Against the Death Penalty
A judge who blocked the state's execution efforts is now facing calls to be impeached.