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Police brutality / by Ruth, Michael(Book editor),editor.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Police brutality; Discrimination in law enforcement; Police; Police-community relations;
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The Algiers Motel incident / by Hersey, John,1914-1993.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages xix-xx).Introduction: John Hersey and the tragedy of race / Thomas J. Sugrue -- The odor of a case: July 26-31 -- Three cops and three days: July 23-5 -- Auburey and his circle -- Confession: July 31 -- The Algiers Motel incident: July 25-6 -- Aftermath: July 31 and after.Thirty years ago, three black men were killed and nine other people brutally beaten by, as John Hersey describes it , an "aggregate of Detroit police, Michigan State Troopers, National Guardsmen, and private guards who had been directed to the scene." Responding to a telephoned report of sniping, the police group invaded the Algiers Motel and interrogated ten black men and two white women, none of whom were armed, for an hour. By the time the interrogators left, three men had been shot to death and the others, including the women, beaten.
Subjects: Riots; Police brutality; Police shootings; Race discrimination; Discrimination in law enforcement;
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From #BlackLivesMatter to Black liberation / by Taylor, Keeanga-Yamahtta.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 225-256) and index.Introduction : Black awakening in Obama's America -- A culture of racism -- From civil rights to colorblind -- Black faces in high places -- The double standard of justice -- Barack Obama : the end of an illusion -- Black Lives Matter : a movement, not a moment -- From #BlackLivesMatter to Black liberation."Activist and scholar Keeanga-Yamahtta Taylor surveys the historical and contemporary ravages of racism and persistence of structural inequality such as mass incarceration and Black unemployment. In this context, she argues that this new struggle against police violence holds the potential to reignite a broader push for Black liberation."--Publisher information.
Subjects: Black lives matter movement.; African Americans; Racism; Racial profiling in law enforcement; Discrimination in criminal justice administration.; Social movements; African Americans; African Americans; Police brutality; Police misconduct; Race discrimination; Post-racialism; Obama, Barack;
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The history of policing America : from militias and military to the law enforcement of today / by French, Laurence,1941-;
Includes bibliographical references and index."America's first known system of law enforcement was established more than 350 years ago. Today law enforcement faces issues such as racial discrimination, use of force, and Body Worn Camera (BWC) scrutiny. But the birth and development of the American police can be traced to a multitude of historical, legal and political-economic conditions. [This book] traces how and why law enforcement agencies evolved and became permanent agencies; looking logically through history and offering potential steps forward that could make a difference without triggering unconstructive backlash."--
Subjects: Law enforcement; Police;
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Multiculturalism and the criminal justice system / by Hanser, Robert D.; Gomila, Michael,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Subjects: Criminal justice, Administration of; Multiculturalism; Discrimination in criminal justice administration;
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Profiling and criminal justice in America : a reference handbook / by Bumgarner, Jeffrey B.;
Includes bibliographical references and index."Seven of ten African American men between the ages of 18 and 34 believe they have been victims of an insidious form of discrimination: racial profiling. Are they right? Or rather, is profiling a legitimate, fair, and effective law enforcement tool? This unique handbook examines the history behind racial, gender, and religious profiling, charts its guiding philosophies, surveys supporting legal doctrines and legislation, and presents the arguments pro and con. It focuses on profiling by police, prosecutors, and judges; federal and state civil rights laws; key legal cases and studies; and more. Whether one wishes to explore racial profiling by state troopers in New Jersey, the identification of serial killers by the FBI, or the screening of potential terrorists by airport security, this is the book to consult. Features: Includes a chronology of key events in American criminal justice including discussions of key court cases, developments in criminal procedure, the development of sentencing guidelines, civil rights milestones, and examples of court-sanctioned profiling such as the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II; Includes brief biographies of key people such as Jean-Jacques Rousseau, John Douglas, Jesse Jackson, and Janet Reno." -- Publisher's website.
Subjects: Criminal justice, Administration of; Racial profiling in law enforcement;
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The American Bar Association guide to workplace law / by Fick, Barbara J.; American Bar Association.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.1. How law affects the workplace : from government regulation to private agreements -- 2. The antidiscrimination principle : don't let discrimination affect you at work -- 3. Beginning the hiring process : qualifications and job ads -- 4. Selecting the right employee : interviews, tests, and more -- 5. The law on wages, hours, and benefits : what the law requires -- 6. Employer policies on wages, hours, and benefits : information about contracts, handbooks, and pensions -- 7. Time off from work : leaves for sickness, military service, and other reasons -- 8. Terms and conditions of employment : rules governing the workplace -- 9. Monitoring and surveillance : big brother may be watching you type -- 10. Employee discipline : investigating employee misconduct -- 11. Ending the employment relationship involuntarily : what you need to know about firing and layoffs -- 12. Ending the employment relationship voluntarily : the lowdown on retiring and quitting -- 13. Unions in the workplace : the rights of both employees and employers -- 14. Government employment : civil service, constitutional protections, and other special features -- 15. Enforcing workplace rights : some guidelines for resolving workplace problems -- 16. Where do you go from here? : how to find more information -- Appendix I. Defining the terms found in federal law -- Appendix II. Labor and employment laws.
Subjects: Labor laws and legislation;
© c2006., Random House Reference,
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Racism in America : a reference handbook / by Foy, Steven L.,author.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Preface -- 1. Background and history. Introduction ; The origins of American racism ; Institutional venues of racism ; Conclusion ; References -- 2. Problems, controversies, and solutions. Acknowledging the past and recognizing the presence of racism in America ; Land, labor, and the maintenance of the status quo revisited ; Institutional venues of racism revisited ; Working toward solutions ; References -- 3. Perspectives. The perils of racial progress narratives / Victor Ray ; Racism and the media landscape in the United States / Sahar D. Sattarzadeh and Matthew W. Hughey ; Law enforcement and immigration enforcement in the Rio Grande Valley / Efrén C. Olivares ; Reclaiming the city : racial gentrification as urban policy / Louise Seamster ; The normalcy of legitimized racism against indigenous peoples / Dwanna L. McKay ; Beyond DACA : why the immigration battle must be fought for the 11 million / Catalina Adorno Castillo ; White dog, yellow mother / Alison Ho ; The cost of silence / A. Rochaun Meadows-Fernandez -- 4. Profiles. American Civil Liberties Union ; Black Lives Matter ; Black Panther Party for Self-Defense ; Ku Klux Klan ; Nation of Islam ; National Association for the Advancement of Colored People ; The Sentencing Project ; Southern Christian Leadership Conference ; Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee ; United Farm Workers' Movement ; References -- 5. Data and documents -- 6. Resources -- 7. Chronology -- Glossary."This book explains how race, once a differentiating factor, became a major basis for stratification in America that pervaded scientific thought, religious doctrine, governmental policy, and the patterned actions of decision-makers in all sectors of social life. Racism in America: A Reference Handbook diverges from the typical focus of accounts of racism on interpersonal prejudice and discrimination to situate racism within structural processes to demonstrate the systematic nature of racial discrimination. Racial progress, though notable, has largely addressed symptoms of the racialized social system rather than tackling the ways in which the system is inherently patterned to benefit whites. This book provides evidence that racial discrimination is not an occasional decision made by individuals. The book provides readers with a background and history of race in America; a thorough treatment of the problems, controversies, and solutions related to race; a perspectives section including essays from experts in a variety of related fields; profiles of important people and organizations; and a section dedicated to data and documents. Its organizational strategy benefits the reader, first explaining core concepts and providing context for racism in America before moving into more specific applications in the work of relevant experts and providing directions for further study."-- Publisher's description.
Subjects: Racism;
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Racism in America : A reference handbook / by Foy, Steven L.,author.;
Preface -- 1. Background and history. Introduction ; The origins of American racism ; Institutional venues of racism ; Conclusion ; References -- 2. Problems, controversies, and solutions. Acknowledging the past and recognizing the presence of racism in America ; Land, labor, and the maintenance of the status quo revisited ; Institutional venues of racism revisited ; Working toward solutions ; References -- 3. Perspectives. The perils of racial progress narratives / Victor Ray ; Racism and the media landscape in the United States / Sahar D. Sattarzadeh and Matthew W. Hughey ; Law enforcement and immigration enforcement in the Rio Grande Valley / Efrén C. Olivares ; Reclaiming the city : racial gentrification as urban policy / Louise Seamster ; The normalcy of legitimized racism against indigenous peoples / Dwanna L. McKay ; Beyond DACA : why the immigration battle must be fought for the 11 million / Catalina Adorno Castillo ; White dog, yellow mother / Alison Ho ; The cost of silence / A. Rochaun Meadows-Fernandez -- 4. Profiles. American Civil Liberties Union ; Black Lives Matter ; Black Panther Party for Self-Defense ; Ku Klux Klan ; Nation of Islam ; National Association for the Advancement of Colored People ; The Sentencing Project ; Southern Christian Leadership Conference ; Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee ; United Farm Workers' Movement ; References -- 5. Data and documents -- 6. Resources -- 7. Chronology -- Glossary."This book explains how race, once a differentiating factor, became a major basis for stratification in America that pervaded scientific thought, religious doctrine, governmental policy, and the patterned actions of decision-makers in all sectors of social life. Racism in America: A Reference Handbook diverges from the typical focus of accounts of racism on interpersonal prejudice and discrimination to situate racism within structural processes to demonstrate the systematic nature of racial discrimination. Racial progress, though notable, has largely addressed symptoms of the racialized social system rather than tackling the ways in which the system is inherently patterned to benefit whites. This book provides evidence that racial discrimination is not an occasional decision made by individuals. The book provides readers with a background and history of race in America; a thorough treatment of the problems, controversies, and solutions related to race; a perspectives section including essays from experts in a variety of related fields; profiles of important people and organizations; and a section dedicated to data and documents. Its organizational strategy benefits the reader, first explaining core concepts and providing context for racism in America before moving into more specific applications in the work of relevant experts and providing directions for further study."-- Publisher's description.Description based on print version record.Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2018. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.
Subjects: Electronic books.; Racism;
On-line resources: https://ebookcentral.proquest.com/lib/kirtland-ebooks/detail.action?docID=6032807 -- Available online. Click here to access.;
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Introduction to sociology 3e / by Conerly, Tonja R,author.; Holmes, Kathleen,author.; Tamang, Asha Lal,author.; OpenStax (Nonprofit organization),issuing body.;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 619-623) and index.An introduction to sociology -- Sociological research -- Culture -- Society and social interaction -- Socialization -- Groups and organization -- Deviance, crime, and social control -- Media and technology -- Social stratification in the United States -- Global inequality -- Race and ethnicity -- Gender, sex, and sexuality -- Aging and the elderly -- Relationships, marriage, and family -- Religion -- Education -- Government and politics -- Work and economy -- Health and medicine -- Population, urbanization, and the environment -- Social movements and social change -- Answer key."Introduction to Sociology - 3e aligns to the topics and objectives of many introductory sociology courses. It is arranged in a manner that provides foundational sociological theories and contexts, then progresses through various aspects of human and societal interactions. The new edition is focused on driving meaningful and memorable learning experiences related to critical thinking about society and culture. The text includes comprehensive coverage of core concepts, discussions and data relevant to a diverse audience, and features that draw learners into the discipline in powerful and personal ways. Overall, Introduction to Sociology 3e aims to center the course and discipline as crucial elements for understanding relationships, society, and civic engagement; the authors seek to lay the foundation for students to apply what they learn throughout their lives and careers. The authors, reviewers, and the entire team worked to build understanding of the causes and impacts of discrimination and prejudice. Introduction to Sociology 3e contains dozens of examples of discrimination and its outcomes regarding social science, society, institutions, and individuals. The text seeks to strike a balance between confronting the damaging aspects of our culture and history and celebrating those who have driven change and overcome challenges. The core discussion of these topics are present in Chapter 11 on Race and Ethnicity, and Chapter 12 on Gender, Sex, and Sexuality, but their causes and effects are extensively discussed in the context of other topics, including education, law enforcement, government, healthcare, the economy, and so on. Together and when connected by an instructor, these elements have potential for deep and lasting effects."--BC Campus website.
Subjects: Open educational resources.; Sociology; Open educational resources.;
Textbook content produced by OpenStax is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0)
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