Militarization Ch 9, Pt. 1

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What was the estimated population of Baltimore in 2015?

800,000 people

500,000 people

621,849 people (correct)

700,000 people

What percentage of the population in Baltimore is black?

63.1 percent (correct)

75.6 percent

20.5 percent

45.2 percent

How do the white residents of Baltimore historically view race?

With a distinctly southern attitude (correct)

With a progressive attitude

With a northern attitude

With indifference

What sparked the riots in Baltimore?

The death of Freddy Gray Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason behind the postponement of the Orioles game at Camden Yards?

Looting and fires occurred at the Church Square Shopping Center Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Officer William G. Porter's trial?

Ended in a hung jury Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Baltimore Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake firing Police Commissioner Anthony Batts?

Failure to handle the looting and fires effectively Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Officer Caesar Goodson, Jr.'s trial?

Acquitted of murder and six other charges Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the creation of the Federal Housing Authority (FHA) in 1934?

Blacks were typically denied mortgage insurance, leading to lack of equity accumulation and inability to pass wealth to future generations Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of restrictive covenants in Baltimore in 1910?

The city was partitioned into black and white blocks, which were later overturned by the courts Signup and view all the answers

What was the approach of Martin O’Malley, Baltimore mayor, towards crime reduction?

He pressured police commissioners to produce massive crime reductions, leading to a focus on arrest numbers over actual crime reduction Signup and view all the answers

What did David Simon, a Baltimore reporter, write about in his book 'Homicide: A Year on the Killing Streets'?

The book focused on the impact of drug war policies on Baltimore communities Signup and view all the answers

What did Dr. Gregory McDonald feel about sustaining a severe spinal injury inside a police van?

It would be difficult without marks from banging around in the van Signup and view all the answers

What was the medical examiner criticized for by Whelan?

Speculating beyond his role and unsupported by physical evidence Signup and view all the answers

What did witnesses report about Mr. Gray's condition while on the ground?

His legs were twisted like a pretzel and officers placed their knees on his neck Signup and view all the answers

What did Officer Goodson fail to do during multiple stops while transporting Mr. Gray?

Secure Mr. Gray with a seatbelt and call for medical assistance Signup and view all the answers

What sparked demonstrations in Baltimore in April 2015?

The video of Freddie Gray's arrest Signup and view all the answers

What led to the closure of Mondawmin Mall and the deployment of police in riot gear?

The threatened purge against the police on social media Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant factor contributing to the reduction in crime statistics as mentioned in the text?

Falsifying reports and labeling crimes as unfounded or reducing charges Signup and view all the answers

What event led to the activation of the National Guard and imposition of a city-wide curfew?

Violence and looting near Mondawmin Mall Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

In many American cities, including Baltimore, the police had significant power over citizens, who could be arrested or physically harmed by officers (Keller, 2015, p. 6).
During the 1990s, there was a massive reduction in crime, but the police were not focusing on investigations or building informant networks. Instead, they were making arrests to earn promotions and overtime pay, with drug arrests being the easiest way to do so (Keller, 2015, p. 7-8).
Police were known to falsify reports, labeling crimes as unfounded or reducing charges. This practice led to a significant drop in crime statistics and was affirmed by then-Mayor Martin O'Malley (Keller, 2015, pp. 9-10).
Freddy Gray, a 25-year-old black man from Sandtown, was arrested on April 12, 2015, and died from injuries sustained in a police van on April 19, 2015. The video of his arrest sparked anger among the public, leading to demonstrations (Fenton, 2015).
Riots broke out in Baltimore on April 25, 2015, following Gray's death. Hundreds of demonstrators fought with the police, damaging property and attacking individuals. Mayor Rawlings-Blake's statement about giving space for those who wish to destroy seemed to suggest that violence would be allowed (Chetty, R., Hendren, N., 2015).
Funeral services for Freddie Gray were held on April 27, 2015, at the New Shiloh Baptist Church. Thousands attended, including elected officials. There were no reports of violence (Links, et al., 2015).
A purge was threatened on social media against the police, leading to the closure of Mondawmin Mall and the deployment of police in riot gear. Students from Frederick Douglass High School were unable to leave the area, leading to growing crowds and increasing anger (Brodey & McLaughlen, 2015).
Violence and looting occurred near Mondawmin Mall, with demonstrators attacking police officers and setting fires. The National Guard was activated, and a city-wide curfew was imposed (Stolberg, 2015b; Dance, 2015; Bourg, 2015).
Twenty-seven people were arrested during the riots, and fifteen police officers were injured. Most of the officers had broken bones, and one was unresponsive. The mall was not secured until almost 11:00 p.m. that night (Stolberg, 2015b; Dance, 2015; Bourg, 2015).

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