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Accountability Quote by Michelle Alexander

“What we're dealing with is institutional, and unless systems are put into place that will ensure accountability, we can expect racially biased police practices to continue.” quote by Michelle Alexander
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“What we're dealing with is institutional, and unless systems are put into place that will ensure accountability, we can expect racially biased police practices to continue.”

Michelle Alexander

About This Quote

Source Book: The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander, 2010

Systemic racism persists without accountability mechanisms, allowing biased policing to continue.

In simple terms: Racist policing continues without oversight.

Key Takeaway

Implement oversight to curb bias.

Themes

racism policing accountability systemic injustice reform

Mood

concerned urgent

Type

policy advocacy

When to use this quote

  • law enforcement
  • community oversight
  • legislative action
  • civil rights advocacy

Key Concepts

structural racism institutional bias policy reform

Questions to Reflect On

  • What mechanisms can ensure true accountability?
  • How can communities demand systemic change?
A Different Perspective

Accountability alone may not change entrenched attitudes.

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