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California could soon have a law that protects rap lyrics and other creative expressions from being used against defendants in court cases.

No more using rappers’ lyrics against them in court: Aim of CA bill

California could soon have a law that protects rap lyrics and other creative expressions from being used against defendants in court cases.

from Greater LA

USC law professor Jody Armour points out that there’s no commitment to overhaul policing, and it’s unclear whether new legislation can prevent more police brutality.

Individual accountability can’t solve systemic racism, says USC professor Jody Armour

USC law professor Jody Armour points out that there’s no commitment to overhaul policing, and it’s unclear whether new legislation can prevent more police brutality.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

The LAPD’s Community Safety Partnership (CSP) started in 2011 in high-crime areas to focus on building trust between police and residents.

Will changes to LAPD’s Community Safety Partnership build trust with residents?

The LAPD’s Community Safety Partnership (CSP) started in 2011 in high-crime areas to focus on building trust between police and residents.

from Press Play with Madeleine Brand

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