| DrPhil |
01-25-2012 08:47 AM |
"I might have tacos when I go home...."
The story:
Quote:
Originally Posted by CNN.com
The FBI has arrested three East Haven, Connecticut, police patrol officers and one sergeant for their alleged role in the mistreatment of Latinos -- the first arrests to stem from a federal investigation into racial profiling in that town.
The men allegedly threatened and assaulted detainees, made false arrests -- including one against a local clergy member -- and later conspired to cover up evidence of their conduct by falsifying reports and blocking an investigation, prosecutors said Tuesday during a news conference in Bridgeport.
Sgt. John Miller and officers David Cari, Dennis Spaulding and Jason Zullo were arrested early Tuesday for allegedly conspiring to "injure, oppress, threaten, and intimidate various members of the East Haven community," profiling residents during traffic stops, performing illegal searches and harassing Latino business owners and their advocates, according to the indictment.
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http://www.cnn.com/2012/01/24/justic...sts/index.html
What is also catching the headlines on CNN and other media outlets:
Quote:
Originally Posted by CNN.com
When asked what he would do for the Latino community on Tuesday, Maturo said, "I might have tacos when I go home, I'm not quite sure yet."
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The mayor tried to blame the media for catching that quote and tried to say it was a moment's lapse caught on camera. Whatever. As Roland Martin said this morning on "Starting Point" (hosted by O'Brien), this is the mayor who is supposed to represent the people. RECALL...RECALL.
I also agree with Roland Martin's take on racial profiling. Racial and ethnic minorities, especially those who live in certain areas and especially men, tend to have a different level of nervousness when they see police. It is about more than fear that you were caught in a traffic violation and will now be given a ticket. |
