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This 8 – week class is designed to do the following:
- https://s1.wp.com/wp-content/themes/pub/vigilance/images/list-star.gif) 0px 0.3em no-repeat;">Investigate the history of policing in the US
- https://s1.wp.com/wp-content/themes/pub/vigilance/images/list-star.gif) 0px 0.3em no-repeat;">Investigate the function of the Grand Rapids Police Department (GRPD)
- https://s1.wp.com/wp-content/themes/pub/vigilance/images/list-star.gif) 0px 0.3em no-repeat;">Explore and discuss ways to counter the repressive tactics of the GRPD
- https://s1.wp.com/wp-content/themes/pub/vigilance/images/list-star.gif) 0px 0.3em no-repeat;">Imagine and explore ways to create community safety that doesn’t involve cops
As a primary text, we will us Kristian Williams book, Our Enemies in Blue: Police and Power in America. You can order the book directly from AK Press or inquire with us about other options.
The 8 – week class with take place on Mondays, from 7 – 9pm, beginning Monday, September 28. Location is still to be determined. Contact us at [email protected] if you are interested in signing up. We are asking $20 for the class, but will not turn people away who are unable to contribute financially. Capacity for this class is 15 people.
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