TRIGGERnometry Larry Elder - "Police Systemic Racism Is a Dangerous Lie"
Apr 25, 2021
Larry Elder, a conservative commentator and host of The Larry Elder Show, shares his insights on race and systemic issues in America. He argues that perceptions of systemic racism in policing are often overstated and explores how meritocracy has shifted in education, particularly affecting Asian American students. Elder recounts his father's journey from the Jim Crow South, emphasizing resilience amid adversity. He advocates for personal responsibility and critiques the divisive narratives in political discourse that overshadow the importance of community and familial support.
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Systemic Racism Allegation
- The reaction to alleged systemic racism is more harmful than actual systemic racism.
- Police pull back due to false accusations, leading to increased crime.
Bad Apples and Rampart Scandal
- Responding to a question about bad apples in the police force, Elder discusses the Rampart Scandal.
- He points out that even in the George Floyd case, the prosecutor clarified that the entire police department wasn't on trial.
Non-Deadly Force
- Elder cites Roland Fryer's research, which found police more hesitant to use deadly force on Black suspects.
- However, police are more likely to use non-deadly force, potentially to avoid escalating to deadly force.
