Impact of Michael Brown's Death in Ferguson
Ten years after the death of Michael Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, prompted nationwide protests and a White House report on American policing, the question remains: how much has changed since then?
Key Points
- Nationwide protests and calls for justice
- White House report on American policing
- Heightened awareness of racial injustice
Pros
- Increased awareness of police brutality and racial profiling
- Reforms in some police departments
- Greater scrutiny of law enforcement practices
Cons
- Continued instances of police violence and systemic racism
- Lack of widespread reforms in policing
- Persistent racial disparities in the criminal justice system