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ShotSpotter And The Chicago Police Department, A Tale of Woe

Dec 19, 2023
Guest
Raven
Chicago journalist Raven discusses the flaws of ShotSpotter, a gunshot detection system, and how it is used by the Chicago Police Department. They explore the inaccurate reporting process and the systemic issues within the department. The podcast also delves into the unlawful activities of certain CPD officers and the challenges faced by activists in political power.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Flaws and Consequences of ShotSpotter Technology
02:50 • 11min
3
Approaches to Policing and the ShotSpotter Scandal in Chicago
14:04 • 4min
4
Unlawful Activities and Misconduct: The Case of the Chicago Police Department
18:08 • 15min
5
Illinois Electoral Politics and Funding for the Police Department
32:50 • 5min
6
Challenges of Activists in Political Power and Reversal of Border Wall Visit
38:11 • 2min
7
A Visit to the Border Wall and its Political Implications
40:39 • 3min