

On the Ground in Louisville
Sep 24, 2020
Rukmini Callimachi, a New York Times correspondent known for her incisive reporting, shares insights from Louisville amidst the fallout of the Breonna Taylor case. She discusses the intense community reactions to the grand jury’s decisions, highlighting the emotional unrest that followed the announcement. Callimachi dives into the complexities of the legal landscape, touching on Kentucky's self-defense laws and the outrage stemming from inadequate charges against the officers involved. The podcast captures the city's struggles for justice against a backdrop of ongoing protests and rising tensions.
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Justice vs. Law
- Breonna Taylor's family demanded murder charges for all officers involved.
- Legal experts believed this was unlikely due to Kentucky's self-defense laws.
City on Edge
- Louisville prepared for potential clashes ahead of the grand jury decision.
- They declared a state of emergency, canceled police leave, and erected barriers.
Racing to Frankfort
- Rukmini Callimachi received a cryptic text hinting at breaking news.
- She raced to Frankfort, encountering heightened security at the capital.