On Fri, 16 Mar 2001, timothy connolly wrote:
>
> People of color are stopped all the time for no crime.
> They are stopped because of the color of their skin.
>
I have no doubt that racial profiling is a serious problem. There
is a tremdous amount of both statistical and anectdotal evidence to
support this. I am glad that both the state and federal government
are attempting to address it. If Randy Kelly's obstinance is any indication,
it will be a daunting task. Please do not put words in my mouth.
But, I cannot assume that CODEFOR makes the problem worse. I would think
racial profiling would be more of a problem in non-CODEFOR areas which,
from my limited understanding of Minneapolis demographics tend to be
more racially homogenous.
If cops are not following the rules of CODEFOR that's a disciplinary issue
that should be addressed. But, the rules of the program are
fundamentally sound and have produced results.
Evan
Evan Schnell
Ward 1, Como
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