"Ten years after the extensive gang raids in Harlem, community safety continues to be compromised by policing tactics that do not address the root causes of violence."
"Anti-gang policing efforts in Harlem have not yielded a reduction in crime or a sense of safety for the community, leading to ongoing trauma and injustice."
Ten years after a drastic gang raid in Harlem, 103 young residents, mostly Black and Latino, continue to face significant trauma and systemic neglect. The raid, emblematic of flawed anti-gang policing, has highlighted the failure to address the underlying issues of safety and injustice in communities of color. Families demand equitable resources, but the aftermath reflects a cycle of racialized policing that feeds into a prison system rather than providing genuine safety solutions. The ongoing neglect in Harlem underscores a failed approach to safety and highlights the need for alternative strategies that foster true community well-being.
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