Bibliograph

The police and excessive use of force, by Philip Wolny

Type

Label

The police and excessive use of force, by Philip Wolny

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

Grades 7-9, BrightPoint Press

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The police and excessive use of force

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1221017716

Responsibility statement

by Philip Wolny

Series statement

Understanding the Black Lives Matter movement

Summary

"Black Americans are disproportionately affected by police violence. One central part of the Black Lives Matter Movement calls for an end to this violence. The Police and Excessive Use of Force examines the history of policing in America, including the history of excessive force being used against Black Americans"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction: "I can't breath" -- What is the history of police brutality? -- How has BLM challenged police brutality? -- How did the movement change in 2020? -- What's next for policing?

Target audience

juvenile

Classification