Ferguson’s police and municipal court practices both reflect and exacerbate existing racial bias, including racial stereotypes.
Gepubliceerd: 13 Oct 2017
Ferguson’s own data establish clear racial disparities that adversely impact African Americans. The evidence shows that discriminatory intent is part of the reason for these disparities. Over time, Ferguson’s police and municipal court practices have sown deep mistrust between parts of the community and the police department, undermining law enforcement legitimacy among African Americans in particular.