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Michael Stauch, "Wildcat of the Streets: Detroit in the Age of Community Policing" (U Pennsylvania Press, 2025)

New Books in Critical Theory

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Community Policing in Detroit: A Historical Perspective

This chapter explores the historical context of community policing in Detroit, particularly under Mayor Coleman Young's leadership. It examines the experiences of Black Detroiters from the 1960s to the 1990s, emphasizing the influence of generational factors on perceptions of policing. By integrating oral histories and archival research, the chapter reveals the complexities of community-police relations and the enduring challenges faced within urban law enforcement.

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