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Rethinking Police Accountability and Reform: A Critical Look at Systemic Challenges and Opportunities

The Lack of Transparency and Its Consequences

In a 2015 speech at Georgetown University, James Comey expressed frustration over the opacity surrounding police use of force in the United States. He highlighted the absurdity of not knowing exactly how many people are shot by law enforcement each year, decade, or all-time. This lack of transparency hampers efforts to comprehend the scope of police violence and makes it difficult to hold officers accountable for egregious misconduct. Despite the passage of five years since Comey's comments, significant change remains elusive, especially amid a recent surge in protests demanding reform.