POLICE REFORM, GUNS ETC
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The subject of police reform front and center right now.
Blame is being cast on police unions -- often accused of protecting bad cops.
Lawyer and former d.c.
Homicide detective -- ted williams says bad cops exist... but there are fewer in an era of smart- phones and greater accountability.
If history is any guide -- cities that face tougher police scrutiny see fewer patrols -- and less contact in crime-ridden neighborhoods.
Taylor says: "...and one consequence of that, according to a study done by great harvard economist roland fryer, who happens to be black, by the way, is that more black people get killed.."
If elected - joe biden has vowed a police oversight committee will be formed to fight racial injustice happening nationwide.
Walmart*removing firearms and ammunition from the sales floor in some stores.
This in the wake of intense protests and concerns over looting.
The items are still available for purchase but are being stored in a secure area.
As 44news first reported tuesday-- the tri-state and other regions are seeing a spike in gun sales.
Peaceful protests taking over our nation's capital -- on thursday -- a moment where party lines were put aside.
For eight minutes and 46 seconds - some lawmakers stood in silence or kneeled - to honor the memory of george floyd.... many demonstrators gathered near the white house this week.... some say