The Slow-Motion Tragedy Of Ferguson

in the news | October 28, 2014

Talking Points Memo

Conor Williams:

The national conversation about police behavior in Ferguson has already made a difference on the ground in that community. But there’s no reason to assume that that marginal progress will last — especially if the country stops looking.

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