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By Alvin FiddlerOpinion Thu., Dec. 13, 2018 It came as no surprise that Ontario’s police watchdog was unequivocal in its confirmation that systemic racism exists in Thunder Bay Police Service at an institutional level. In fact, OIPRD Director Gerry McNeilly noted that he approached the police with similar concerns 10 years ago.
The acquittal of Gerald Stanley in the death of Colten Boushie has re-exposed systemic racism in the justice system — from the day Colten was shot; to the actions of the police; the peremptory challenges during jury selection; and the verdict delivered last week. The legal system failed Colten. Our hearts are with his family and friends.
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