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Old 12-28-2014, 09:39 AM
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Originally Posted by finnbow View Post
Generally no, but I don't project these feelings upon a specific case, preferring to focus on relevant, verified facts.

Also, I believe that blacks are more likely to be arrested for certain infractions (e.g., pot possession), but that this is partially a result of a greater police presence in the parts of cities with the highest crime rates. Once a suspect is in front of a judge or jury, I believe the criminal justice system fares better and is mostly color-blind.
Oh, my.

There are studies galore that prove the opposite. Black conviction rates are higher and sentences longer than for whites.

http://www.wsj.com/articles/SB100014...04463789858002

I don't really understand the way in which you see (don't see) the issues here.

John

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