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Breonna Taylor Was Killed By Police 1 Year Ago. What's Changed Since Then?

Mar 12, 2021

Attica Scott, a Kentucky State Representative and advocate for justice, introduces legislation to ban no-knock search warrants in Breonna Taylor's name. Reflecting on the year since Taylor's tragic death, Scott shares insights on community reactions and the emotional weight carried by young Black women grappling with safety concerns. The conversation highlights the continuing struggle for systemic change, revealing both progress in political representation and ongoing challenges in achieving accountability for police actions.

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Intro

2min

Reflections on Breonna Taylor's Legacy in a Community

2min

The Lasting Impact of Breonna Taylor's Death on Young Women in Louisville

3min

One Year Later: The Fight for Justice and Systemic Change

6min

Progress and Challenges in the Wake of Breonna Taylor's Legacy

3min

It's been one year since Breonna Taylor was shot and killed by police in her own apartment. In that year, Taylor's name has become a national symbol in the fight against racial injustice and police violence. But beyond the symbolism, many feel that actual progress has been disappointing.

In Louisville, Taylor's death has made other young Black women reflect on their own safety. Reporter Jess Clark of member station WFPL spoke to Black high school students who say Taylor's death changed the way they look at police.

Amid the national protests against police brutality and systemic racism, Kentucky State Rep. Attica Scott marched with her daughter. A year later and Scott has introduced legislation in Taylor's name that would ban no-knock search warrants, among other things. Scott spoke with NPR about what change she has seen in the last year.

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