The NPR Politics Podcast Biden Misses His Own Police Reform Deadline
May 25, 2021
The podcast dives into the aftermath of George Floyd's murder, discussing the missed deadlines in police reform and the emotional responses from affected communities. It highlights the challenges lawmakers face in balancing rising crime concerns with the need for reform. The conversation also touches on the symbolic significance of meetings between the Floyd family and lawmakers, alongside the shifting political landscape regarding racial justice. It reflects on changing attitudes among voters and the ongoing struggles for meaningful change.
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Varying Perceptions of Change
- Calls for change followed George Floyd's death, but actual progress is debatable.
- Some feel promises remain unfulfilled, while others see significant shifts in conversations and political discourse.
Stalled Policing Reform Legislation
- One major unfulfilled promise is changing policing laws.
- Congress struggles to find bipartisan agreement, particularly on qualified immunity, a key sticking point.
Rep. Cori Bush's Stance
- Rep. Cori Bush, a former protest leader, insists on ending qualified immunity in any policing reform bill.
- Bush views this as essential for saving lives and fulfilling her mission in Congress.