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The LAPD and the Battle to Redeem American Policing

Yukio Mishima

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In the wake of the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has found itself at the forefront of the national conversation about police reform. The LAPD has a long and troubled history of excessive force, racial profiling, and corruption. But in recent years, the department has made significant progress in reforming its practices. The book "The LAPD and the Battle to Redeem American Policing" tells the story of this transformation.

A History of Misconduct

The LAPD has a long history of misconduct. In the 1960s, the department was involved in the Watts Riots, which were sparked by police brutality. In the 1990s, the LAPD was rocked by the Rampart scandal, in which officers were found to have framed innocent people and planted evidence. And in 2015, the department was again embroiled in controversy after the fatal shooting of Ezell Ford, an unarmed black man.

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The Road to Reform

In the wake of these scandals, the LAPD has made a number of changes to its practices. The department has implemented new use-of-force guidelines, increased training on racial profiling, and created a new Office of Inspector General to investigate allegations of misconduct. These reforms have helped to reduce the number of officer-involved shootings and other incidents of misconduct.

The Challenges Ahead

Despite the progress that has been made, the LAPD still faces a number of challenges. The department is still struggling to overcome its history of misconduct, and it continues to face allegations of excessive force and racial profiling. Additionally, the LAPD is facing a number of new challenges, such as the rise of social media and the increased scrutiny of police officers.

The Future of Policing

The future of policing in America is uncertain. The LAPD is at a crossroads, and it is unclear whether the department will be able to continue its progress towards reform. However, the LAPD's story is a reminder that change is possible. The department has made significant progress in reforming its practices, and it is a model for other departments across the country.

The LAPD and the Battle to Redeem American Policing is a must-read for anyone who is interested in the future of policing in America. The book provides a detailed account of the LAPD's history of misconduct and its efforts to reform its practices. It is a hopeful story that shows that change is possible, even in the most troubled of departments.

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