Today, Explained Can Congress reform the police?
Jun 10, 2020
Li Zhou, a Vox reporter specializing in Congress and police reform, discusses the Democrats' new bill aimed at overhauling policing practices in the U.S. He explores its potential impact and significant hurdles. Meanwhile, Paul Hirschfield, a criminal justice expert from Rutgers University, compares U.S. policing systems with those in England and Norway, shedding light on their training differences. Together, they delve into pressing issues like qualified immunity and chokeholds, and the pressing need for bipartisan support to address systemic problems.
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England's policing
- Police in England rarely use deadly force, even against knife-wielding suspects.
- They prioritize de-escalation tactics and less-lethal weaponry.
Norway's Police Training
- Norway's police officers undergo three years of training at a national academy.
- This comprehensive approach includes communications, psychology, and cultural awareness.
Factors in US Deadly Force
- High US deadly force rates stem from more frequent encounters with armed suspects, lower thresholds for using deadly force, and less training.
- These factors contribute to more lethal outcomes in police encounters.