Bibliograph

Race and policing, by Duchess Harris, JD, PHD and Rebecca Rissman ; content consultant, Mark A. Edwards

Type

Label

Race and policing, by Duchess Harris, JD, PHD and Rebecca Rissman ; content consultant, Mark A. Edwards

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references, glossary and index

Illustrations

illustrationsphotographs

Index

index present

Intended audience

1070L, Lexile

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Race and policing

Nature of contents

dictionariesbibliography

Responsibility statement

by Duchess Harris, JD, PHD and Rebecca Rissman ; content consultant, Mark A. Edwards

Series statement

Race in America

Summary

"Everyone's daily lives are affected by race and racism in America. Race and Policing examines recent incidents of minorities being mistreated or dying in police custody, delving into the historical institutions and laws that underpin today's system and exploring what police departments and the communities they serve are doing to improve communication and relationships. Features include essential facts, a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards."--Publisher's website

Table Of Contents

"I can't breathe" -- A history of separation and segregation -- Police and the fight for equal rights -- To serve and protect -- Walking while Black -- The role of fear -- Black Lives Matter -- The future of American policing -- Essential facts -- Glossary

Target audience

juvenile

Classification