Even before it was established as an independent nation, America has had police forces — some of which were tasked with controlling enslaved black people. A historian explains how this legacy perpetuates inequality, and whether the current protests could bring about change.
Episode Credits
- Kealey Bultena Host
- Laura Pavin Producer
- Lee Rayburn Technical Director
- Khalil G Muhammad Guest
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