Summary of Abuse Of Power

Abuse of Power is an expose of the breakdown of racial justice and police violence in the United States. Written by investigative journalist Mort Marcus, the book uncovers previously unknown information about police misconduct from interviews with victims, government officials, and news reporters. Marcus pulls together a powerful narrative of a justice system corrupted by racism, economic disparity, and political expediency. The book explores the difficult issues of police violence against people of color, flawed criminal justice policies, increasing militarization of police forces, and the failure of politicians to protect the most vulnerable members of our society. By exposing the systems that fail to serve and protect all citizens, Marcus sets out the challenges that must be overcome in order to create a fair and just society.