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Harvard Professor: The Facts About Police Brutality - Roland Fryer
Jun 16, 2024
Harvard Professor Roland Fryer challenges common beliefs on racial bias in police interactions, facing backlash for presenting data revealing no racial differences in lethal force. The discussion shifts to solutions for reducing bias and improving community-police relations, emphasizing the importance of truth-seeking in academia despite challenges.
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- Police brutality study found no racial differences in lethal force, sparking controversy.
- Academic freedom questioned due to narrative dominance in sensitive research areas.
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Research on Police Bias
Researcher conducted a study on police bias after events like Michael Brown's shooting to understand police behavior. They found zero racial differences in lethal use of force, which upset many people. Despite rigorous analysis, the lack of bias in fatal encounters sparked controversy and threats, challenging existing narratives.
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