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Fraternal Order of Police president: 'We all agree that we need to have some reform'

Fraternal Order of Police president: 'We all agree that we need to have some reform'

Patrick Yoes, who leads the nation's largest police union, says his responsibility is to ensure "quality law enforcement" nationwide. Critics, however, say police unions are stifling reform.
by Christianna Silva

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Supreme Court upholds Minneapolis sick time ordinance

Supreme Court upholds Minneapolis sick time ordinance

The state Supreme Court rejected an appeal by the Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and upheld a requirement for paid sick leave for employees in Minneapolis, even those who work for businesses based outside of the city.
by David H. Montgomery

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Policing is an 'avatar of American racism,' Marshall Project journalist says

Policing is an 'avatar of American racism,' Marshall Project journalist says

The conversations since George Floyd's death have felt different, journalist Jamiles Lartey says: There's less of the "few bad apples" argument and much more of the "What is wrong with this system?"
by Terry Gross

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Ex-judge says push to dismiss Flynn case is abuse of power

Ex-judge says push to dismiss Flynn case is abuse of power

A former federal judge appointed to review the Justice Department’s motion to dismiss criminal charges against President Donald Trump’s former national security adviser Michael Flynn said there was evidence of a “gross abuse” of prosecutorial power and that the request should be denied.
by The Associated Press

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This is how I feel: A playlist by young black listeners

This is how I feel: A playlist by young black listeners

Music has always been a vital part of protest and social justice. We asked our young Black listeners: Is there one song that's helping you address your feelings right now?
by Suraya Mohamed

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'Please listen': George Floyd's brother testifies in House Judiciary hearing

'Please listen': George Floyd's brother testifies in House Judiciary hearing

In wrenching testimony before a House panel Wednesday, George Floyd's younger brother Philonise told committee members, "By speaking to you today, maybe I can make sure his life was not in vain.”
by Brian Naylor and Kelsey Snell

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Floyd killing: Chief vows changes to put police on 'right side of history'

Floyd killing: Chief vows changes to put police on 'right side of history'

Among his first steps, Chief Medaria Arradondo said he is withdrawing from contract talks with the police union and will seek changes on issues of force, the role of supervisors and how officers are disciplined.
by MPR News Staff

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Missouri woman prompts Merriam-Webster to redefine 'racism'

Merriam-Webster is revising its definition of racism after a Missouri woman's emails claimed it fell short of including the systemic oppression of certain groups of people.
by The Associated Press

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