Power, Race and Police: Deconstructing Ferguson
The US must urgently address the historical and ongoing problem of police violence against communities of color. On August 9, Michael Brown, an 18-year-old African American male, was shot and killed by Officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri. To many, this may sound like a tragic accident. Others may assume it was simply the manifestation of crime and punishment. In reality, the death of... Continue Reading