Monday, April 17, 2017

Time to retire "black on black crime"

It's time to retire "black on black crime" as a catch phrase.

That sound bite creates a mental frame, which may mean different things to different people, that extends stereotypes and creates a handy pivot for police and elected officials who want to deflect criticism.

Former Memphis city council member Harold Collins opines in this Commercial Appeal story.

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