Police Brutality

The article delves into the racial disparities in the use of lethal force by law enforcement in the U.S., particularly focusing on the Black and White populations. Using statistical data, the author demonstrates that while absolute numbers show more White individuals being fatally shot by the police, Black individuals are almost twice as likely to be killed when adjusted for population size. The disparity becomes even more pronounced when considering unarmed victims, with unarmed Black individuals being nearly 2.8 times more likely to be killed by police than expected based on their population size. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding and interpreting data correctly, suggesting that many misconceptions arise from a lack of statistical literacy.