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28: Black Don't Crack
Militarized Policing, Congressional Black Caucus Involvement
The role of the Congressional Black Caucus in supporting the 1994 Crime Bill is examined, noting that local constituents were desperate for a solution to street violence. However, the resulting "mercenary" style of policing and the use of military-grade equipment like tanks exacerbated community trauma. The segment discusses how these policies led to the widespread adoption of stop-and-frisk tactics.