

Mr. Graham and the Reasonable Man
Nov 30, 2017
Exploring a Supreme Court case that changed policing in the US, the podcast covers the mistreatment of a black man who suffered a seizure-like episode during a police encounter. It discusses the link between this incident and shootings of young black men, delves into the development of the 'reasonable person' standard in law, and examines the impact of a Supreme Court decision that shields police officers involved in violence. The podcast also emphasizes the importance of conversations about the dangers faced by individuals when interacting with law enforcement.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Story of Dothorn Graham
01:48 • 5min
The Connection between a Small Incident and Shootings of Young Black Men
07:16 • 2min
Thorin Sr.'s Background and the Civil Rights Era
08:55 • 2min
Fighting Discrimination: A Battle for Equality
10:35 • 5min
The Development of the Reasonable Person Standard in English Law
16:04 • 17min
The Impact of Graham v. Connor and the Protection of Police Officers
33:32 • 3min
The 'Reasonable Officer' Standard and Police Use of Force
36:54 • 13min
Suspicion and Confrontation
50:19 • 17min
Teaching a Child about the Dangers They May Face
01:07:02 • 3min