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perusing_panels's review against another edition
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.5
This book is a great introduction to the rationale behind defunding and dismantling the police, with concise well organised chapters focusing on different areas of policing and the ways in which they fail to keep everyone (particularly poor and marginalised people) safe.
The book discusses issues with systemic racism, classism, ableism, and other biases rooted in the misguided ideologies behind current policing systems and methods. It also explains why reforms aren’t enough, the system needs to be dismantled and redefined focusing on community lead alternatives that ensure equal protection and aid for everyone, not just the privileged and wealthy.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Misogyny, Police brutality, Racism, Sexism, Slavery, Suicide, Torture, Trafficking, Violence, Xenophobia, Islamophobia, Sexual assault, Gun violence, and Murder
junefish's review
challenging
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.25
Content Warnings
Moderate: Police brutality, Xenophobia, Transphobia, Trafficking, Sexism, Racism, Mental illness, and Violence
Minor: Alcoholism, Drug use, Drug abuse, and Sexual assault
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