At age 7, Black, white and Hispanic children have a similar opinion of the police. But this increasingly turns negative by the time they are teenagers, especially for nonwhite teens.
The authorities don’t need a conviction or even for a suspect to be charged with a crime before seizing a car, cash or even a house.
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Police in schools are being asked to deal with a range of issues, such as being a mental health counselor for a traumatized child. It is unfair to the police and can be harmful for children.
A delegate wears a ‘Blue Lives Matter’ button at the Republican National Convention.
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Police brutality is an ongoing problem in South Africa. Police-worn body cameras may help reduce such incidents by improving accountability. They may also contribute to the safety of officers.
How are race discussions happening in classrooms and what is missing?
Jirka Matousek