Policing, Race, and Systemic Issues

This chapter critiques narratives surrounding police actions in violent crime, particularly addressing claims of racial bias. It argues that deeper societal issues like poverty and family structures contribute more to crime than race itself, and emphasizes the need for evidence in accusations of police racism. The discussion also highlights the risks of reducing policing efforts in high-crime areas and challenges the portrayal of modern policing as a continuation of historical injustices.