Chokehold: Policing Black Men
Chokehold: Policing Black Men
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2017
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Chokehold: Policing Black Men, Paul Butler examines systemic racism and the criminal justice system's impact on Black men in America. The book explores legal and social dynamics, emphasizing how policies and practices disproportionately target and criminalize Black individuals. Butler offers insights and potential reforms to address these injustices.
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Review Roundup
Paul Butler's Chokehold: Policing Black Men offers a compelling critique of systemic racism in law enforcement, praised for its insightful analysis and Butler's personal anecdotes. However, some critics argue it occasionally lacks nuance in addressing complex issues. The book effectively stimulates important dialogue on race and justice.
Who Should Read Chokehold: Policing Black Men?
Readers of Chokehold: Policing Black Men are likely interested in social justice, systemic racism, and criminal justice reform. Fans of Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow and Bryan Stevenson's Just Mercy may find this book insightful and compelling. It suits those seeking a critical analysis of racial biases in the legal system.
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Book • Nonfiction
United States • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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