Protests Expose Structural Racism in Transit Policing
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Even after COVID-19, the governor and MTA doubled down on hiring more cops for the subway. Will a popular movement open a debate about the control of public space?
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Black New Yorkers Talk Fear in Public Space
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Many are walking the walk — but only minorities are feeling the fear.
SEE IT: NYPD's Use of Deadly Force Against Protesters
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Police are using their squad cars as deadly weapons in their response on Saturday to protesters decrying police violence against people of color, most recently the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
Op-Ed: Stop Racially Biased Policing
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Mayor de Blasio's tone-deaf excuses for cops' bad behavior need to stop, too.
Filming Manhattan Streets, Before and After COVID-19
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"We can choose the next 'after,'" says activist Doug Gordon. These two films show why he's right.
Announcing the First Seven Miles Of NYC Open Streets
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The city is taking the first steps to make good on a promise to reclaim roadways from cars so crammed-in residents can recreate in a socially responsible way.