Gregory Harris - Cycle 2 - Civics Presentation

Burning Issue: Racial Parity in the Justice System

1. Civics Presentation
Greg Harris Cycle 2

2. Racial Disparity in the Judicial System
“Burning Issue”

4. Longer Sentences Probation Likelihood

6. Historic & Projected US Prison Population

7. •Community Justice Coalition (CJC)
•The Sentencing Project
•Team Roc
https://empowermissouri.org/policy-priorities/criminal-justice-reform/community-
justice-coalition/
https://www.sentencingproject.org/about/
https://www.weareteamroc.com/about

8. SOLUTIONS
Implementing comprehensive bias training for law enforcement officers, prosecutors, judges, and
public defenders to recognize and mitigate unconscious biases.
Bias Training
Diverse Representation
Ensuring diversity in hiring and promotions within the justice system to better reflect the communities
they serve.
Sentencing Reform
Revising sentencing guidelines to eliminate mandatory minimums that disproportionately affect
minority groups and exploring alternative sentencing options.
Community Policing
Promoting community policing initiatives that foster trust and cooperation between law enforcement
and minority communities.