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March 9, 2023

DOJ Announces Review of Memphis Police Department, Additional Police Departments Across Country

Dakin Andone, Steve Almasy, Nick Valencia and Mark Morales CNN

The Department of Justice announced Wednesday it will be undertaking two important reviews: one related to the Memphis Police Department (MPD) and one that will examine the use of specialized units within law enforcement.

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June 3, 2020

5 Ways to Leave Behind the “Warrior Cop” Mentality

Norm Stamper Yes! Magazine

In this review from five years ago, a retired Seattle Police Department official writes about a book that addresses some of the problems of U.S. policing as an institution. Both the strengths and weaknesses of this review are revelatory.

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