The June 27 police murder of Jayland Walker in Akron, Ohio, sparked mass protests last summer, drawing Black Lives Matter activists from around the country. After a high-speed car chase over a traffic violation, Walker exited his car and began fleeing on foot. Within seven seconds, eight police fired 94…
Jayland Walker’s killers are not indicted in Akron while 16-year-old Ralph Yarl is shot by white homeowner in Missouri Commentary Even after three years of mass demonstrations and urban rebellions in the United States, law-enforcement agencies and the entire legal system are still “justifying” the shooting deaths of African Americans…
The University of Akron’s Center for Conflict Management sponsored a panel on Thursday, April 20, to discuss the social justice ramifications surrounding the death of Jayland Walker. The panel was organized by social justice student Jameel Anderson, who wanted to promote social justice and equality through discussion. Students, faculty, and attendees had the opportunity to.