LinkElectionsLinks The Intercept: A progressive challenger was attacked for calling to defund the police. She won anyway. By Editor On Jun 4, 2020 Last updated Jun 4, 2020 57 Share CALLS TO DEFUND the police have become a focal point of nationwide protests following the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, with local politicians from New York City to Los Angeles weighing new budget cuts to their police departments. While some critics dismiss the idea as politically untenable, a city council election in Washington, D.C., this week offers lessons on how politicians can succeed while pushing bold positions on policing. 57 Share FacebookTwitterReddItWhatsAppEmailPrint
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