american cannot trust those who are sworn to protect and serve. the pervasive and persistent distrust is not based on myths, it is grounded in the reality of unjustified violence. policing must be a community endeavor. not just in some cities, but everywhere in this country. police forces should look like and come from the neighborhoods they serve. they should reach out to support and defend the community, working with people in neighborhoods before problems arise. all police forces, not just some, must be trained to de-escalate and to avoid the likelihood of violence. body cameras can help us know what happened when someone is hurt. we honor the bravery and sacrifice that our law enforcement officers show every day on the job and the noble intention of the vast majority of those who take up the job to