Freddie Gray: In Baltimore the ‘routine’ has vastly changed
(Holding cells at the former Baltimore Police Headquarters – Wikimedia) During a 40-year career in the news business, I came
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Baltimore: Pride of America
Several thousand students marched in support of Freddie Gray during the week. (Andre Small) I believe in Baltimore. I don’t
Read moreSix Baltimore police charged in death of Freddie Gray
Baltimore City State’s Attorney Marilyn Mosby charged six police officers Friday in connection with the death of 25-year-old Freddie Gray who
Read moreBaltimore rioting shows politicians’ true colors
Ever since Ferguson, it’s become fashionable for public figures to demonstrate their Serious Concern about criminal justice by decrying America’s
Read moreBaltimore riots press urgency of situation
National Guardsmen have joined Baltimore City Police to patrol East Monument Street. (Anthony C. Hayes) Reaction to Friday’s announcement by
Read moreBaltimore unrest: Five truths about America
Since the death of Michael Brown Jr. last year, this country has seen wide spread demonstrations, violence, and social discord
Read moreWhite Americans don’t understand being the automatic target of police
One of my acquaintances is a 55-year-old black man whose interactions with the justice system have been confined to a couple
Read moreBaltimore Riots: Where did the fury come from?
Forty-seven years ago, when the city of Baltimore had its most catastrophic riot in the aftermath of Dr. Martin Luther
Read moreBaltimore: A letter to those destroying their city
Stop what you are doing, those of you who are destroying Baltimore. You are ruining your city, and your own
Read moreBaltimore riots live and misunderstood
On Monday Baltimore, the Charm City, burst into the flames of chaos and riots shortly after school let out for
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