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Governor Phil Scott Proclaims ‘George Floyd Remembrance Day’ In Vermont

Governor Phil Scott has declared that May 25 will be remembered as “George Floyd Remembrance Day” in the state of Vermont. Scott made the move official with a proclamation that…

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Minnesota Attorney General To Lead Case Against Officer Who Killed Daunte Wright

The office of Minnesota Attorney General Keith is set to lead the prosecution against Kim Potter. Potter is facing charges of second-degree manslaughter after she shot and killed an unarmed…

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Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founders Call For Congress To End Qualified Immunity Nationwide

Ben & Jerry’s Co-Founders Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield have issued a challenge to members of Congress. The two business owners have called on federal lawmakers to end qualified immunity…

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New York Attorney General Introduces Bill To Limit Use Of Lethal Force By Police

New York Attorney General Letitia James has introduced a new bill that would limit the use of force by police officers. James hopes to change the state’s use of force…

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Morning Mile | 8:46: My Letter To Dave Chappelle

The Morning Mile is a daily column written by Culture Editor Ryan Shepard and published at 9 a.m. CT. The views of Ryan Shepard do not necessarily reflect those of…

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Congress Signals George Floyd Police Reform Bill Will Not Pass By Self-Imposed Deadline

Rep. Karen Bass has told reporters that the George Floyd Justice In Policing Bill will not pass through the Senate by May 25 as Democratic lawmakers had previously hoped. Instead,…

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Brooklyn Center City Council Passes Sweeping Police Reform Package

City officials in Brooklyn Center, Wisconsin have passed a sweeping police reform package. The package of police reforms will provide more independent oversight of the police force, prohibit arrests for…

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