Uniformed U.S. soldiers occupied the center of the city, where an armored personnel carrier was stationed at a major intersection. Was it Kabul or Atlanta? … The Police and the Pentagon Are Bringing Our Wars HomeRead more
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“I Can’t Breathe.” It Happens at Schools, Too.
Students in Illinois schools said “I can’t breathe” while being restrained at least 30 times over the time period we investigated, according to our analysis … “I Can’t Breathe.” It Happens at Schools, Too.Read more
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People with disabilities have always been attacked by police
According to at least one study, up to one-half of people killed by law enforcement in the U.S. have a disability. the devastating impact police … People with disabilities have always been attacked by policeRead more
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Police are using sonic weapons against protesters that can cause permanent hearing loss
If you’re planning on attending a protest, it would be wise to bring ear plugs. That’s because many police departments are using LRADs, or long … Police are using sonic weapons against protesters that can cause permanent hearing lossRead more
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FBI Expands Ability to Collect Cellphone Location Data
The Federal Bureau of Investigation may be watching what you tweet and where people gather. The federal law enforcement agency’s records show a growing focus … FBI Expands Ability to Collect Cellphone Location DataRead more
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Will the Death of George Floyd Mark the Rebirth of America?
They were relegated to the protest equivalent of a ghetto. Their assigned route shunted them to the far fringes of the city. Their demonstration was … Will the Death of George Floyd Mark the Rebirth of America?Read more
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Out of Options in Terms of Police Reform
It’s been more than two weeks since the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis sparked a global uprising in defense of Black lives. The … Out of Options in Terms of Police ReformRead more
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Suspended Cop Davinder Singh, Accused of Terror Charges, Gets Bail
PTI reported that suspended Jammu and Kashmir DSP Davinder Singh, who had been arrested while ferrying two Hizbul-Mujahideen terrorists in a vehicle on the Srinagar-Jammu … Suspended Cop Davinder Singh, Accused of Terror Charges, Gets BailRead more
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Cop awarded $585K after colleagues snooped on her via license database
Human Rights Watch estimates that since 2009, there have been at least 14 federal lawsuits filed over cops’ misuse of their access to personal data … Cop awarded $585K after colleagues snooped on her via license databaseRead more
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US Brings the Military ‘Battlespace’ Home
The Bush administration’s war of aggression on and military occupation of Iraq that began in 2003 shifted the United States to a militaristic society. Some … US Brings the Military ‘Battlespace’ HomeRead more