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  • A  protester wearing a mask holds a raised black power fist holds a sign that reads, "American was never great! We need to Overthrow this system!" in front of a mural with NYPD officers in full riot gear and the banner above them that says, "Demilitarize The Police"

    New Campaign Seeks to Reduce the Power of Police Unions

    Campaign Zero’s #NixThe6 project focuses on “six ways police unions obstruct, delay or defeat local efforts to hold police accountable.”
    Shani Saxon Aug 25, 2020 1:30PM EDT

    Chicago Police Union Hires Cop Who Killed Laquan McDonald

    Jason Van Dyke was suspended without pay following his indictment for shooting the teenager 16 times.

    Kenrya Rankin Apr 1, 2016 3:17PM EDT

    Cleveland Police Union President Says Tamir Rice Killing Justified

    Says Rice was an imminent lethal threat to officers
    Carla Murphy Dec 16, 2014 10:54AM EST

    Are Police Unions Choosing Labor Rights Over Public Safety?

    Some police unions protect the jobs and pensions of even police officers who have been disciplined
    Carla Murphy Dec 2, 2014 4:01PM EST

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