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American Black Journal

Baltimore Violence & Law Enforcement Reform

The city of Baltimore is trying to get back to normal following the violence, looting and arson that broke out after the funeral for Freddie Gray – a young black man killed while in police custody. Dr. Willie Payne, former police officer and mayor of Pontiac, joins us to discuss law enforcement reform and citizen interaction with police. Episode 4324/Segment 1.

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