The Olympics are nearly upon us. On the one hand it’s quite a feat — a testament to tenacity in the face of a global pandemic. On the other hand, it has been suffering from a seemingly endless litany of ills — lessons we as a society still haven’t learned.
Read MoreNone of this is news. Black people are more than three times as likely as white people to be killed during a police encounter. Black children are more likely to be disciplined than white kids for the same behavior. This is a particular problem when it comes to Black girls, who are viewed in general as less innocent and more "adult" than white girls. It’s a view rooted in stereotypes, dehumanization, and yes, racism.
Read MoreSuch an amazing event with so many inspiring people! If you’d like to know more about it, you can check out the details at our firm website.
Read MoreToday, Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County, the ACLU, and a number of individuals received the first of what will hopefully be many victories in their case regarding the SPD’s conduct in the handling of the recent BLM/George Floyd protests — an order granting (in part) Plaintiffs’ Motion for a Temporary Restraining Order.
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