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Crime, Law and Justice

Floyd killing: Judge sets Chauvin bail at $1.25M

Floyd killing: Judge sets Chauvin bail at $1.25M

Derek Chauvin was seen on video kneeling on George Floyd’s neck as the prone, handcuffed man pleaded for air. Chauvin was fired from the Minneapolis police force, arrested days later and charged with murder.
by Peter Cox and Tim Nelson

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'Marchers are full of hope': Civil rights leaders see progress in today's movement

'Marchers are full of hope': Civil rights leaders see progress in today's movement

The Rev. Jesse Jackson and Josie Johnson reflect on the civil rights movement and the protests following the killing of George Floyd. "We're not going to give up. We're not going to stop," Jackson says.
by Steve Inskeep

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Beyond protests: 5 more ways to channel anger into action to fight racism

Beyond protests: 5 more ways to channel anger into action to fight racism

Social justice advocates and psychologists point to a range of strategies to promote racial justice, including using your creative energy and talents. Political engagement and self-care help, too.
by Allison Aubrey

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Thousands mourn George Floyd in Texas amid calls for reform

Thousands mourn George Floyd in Texas amid calls for reform

The last chance for the public to say goodbye to George Floyd has drawn thousands of mourners to a church in Houston, where he grew up. The service took place Monday as his death continues spurring protesters, leaders and cities around the world into action two weeks after his death at the hands of police.
by The Associated Press

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New York Times editorial page editor steps down amid controversy

New York Times editorial page editor steps down amid controversy

The resignation of James Bennet comes after the publication last week of a column by Arkansas Republican Sen. Tom Cotton, who called for federal troops to quell violent protests.
by Scott Neuman

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When protesters call for 'defunding the police,' what does it mean?

When protesters call for 'defunding the police,' what does it mean?

Protesters are pushing to “defund the police" over the killing of George Floyd and other black Americans killed by law enforcement. But what does “defund the police” mean? It’s not necessarily about gutting police department budgets.
by The Associated Press

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Veto-proof majority of Minneapolis council members supports dismantling police department

Veto-proof majority of Minneapolis council members supports dismantling police department

The council members said past efforts to reform the department have failed, so they are not going to try and implement new training policies or civilian oversight. Council member Phillipe Cunningham said the process will not happen overnight.
by Brandt Williams

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Lawmakers propose bill requiring police officers to have identifying information during protests

Lawmakers propose bill requiring police officers to have identifying information during protests

Rows of armed agents were deployed around protests in Washington, D.C. this past week, but it was not obvious who they were: They had no name tags or badge numbers. Now, Democratic lawmakers are calling for legislation that would make it illegal for these officers to not identify themselves.
by Lulu Garcia-Navarro and Christianna Silva

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Marches and rallies continue across Minnesota, calling for justice for George Floyd

Marches and rallies continue across Minnesota, calling for justice for George Floyd

The sounds of a drum circle echoed down the streets of Minneapolis on Sunday, part of another day of peaceful rallies and marches. Meanwhile, the U.S. attorney general said he's not inclined to open a federal investigation into systemic problems in the city’s police department.
by MPR News Staff

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