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After Tyre Nichols, what should policing look like?

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The death of Tyre Nichols, who was beaten by Memphis police officers, has once again sparked discussion about police violence and public safety.

Just days after Memphis officials released video of police pulling over and assaulting Nichols, Metro Nashville police officers shot and killed a 48-year-old Black man on Buchanan Street in North Nashville.

Activists are seeking change. Lawmakers are introducing legislation that aims to address police violence at a state level. But what can be done? Is oversight enough? And what does the future look like — for police and for the community?

But first, WPLN political reporter Blaise Gainey breaks down Gov. Bill Lee’s State of the State address.

Guests:

  • Timothy Hughes, activist and community organizer

  • Makayla McCree, member for the Community Oversight Board

  • Erica Perry, organizer with Black Nashville Assembly

  • Rep, Joe Towns, Jr., state representative, D-Memphis

    • Additional reading:

    • Tyre Nichols case puts spotlight on Tennessee’s policing priorities

    • The city of Memphis releases videos of Tyre Nichols’ arrest and beating

    • Ex-officers charged in the death of Tyre Nichols were not part of the national police union that typically defends these cases

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