Tyre Nichols’ brutal killing proves America’s addiction to specialized police units has to end - YouTube

The video of the killing of Tyre Nichols by a specialized policing unit reveals in graphic detail how America’s reliance on specialized police units comes with tragic consequences. Taya Graham and Stephen Janis discuss what this extrajudicial killing says about the continued emphasis on militarized policing and how its ongoing evolution is both anti-democratic and fundamentally destructive. The Real News is an independent, viewer-supported, radical media network. Help us expand our in-depth analysis and coverage from Baltimore to Bangladesh by subscribing and becoming a member today! Help us continue producing Police Accountability Report by following us and making a small donation: Donate: Sign up for our newsletter: Get Police Accountability Report updates: Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: