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Prison term is 10 years longer than state guidelines suggested as judge cites ‘abuse of position and cruelty’
Chicago, New York and Philadelphia data show few misconduct claims bring disciplinary action
Police reform and slavery reparations get hearings as rights campaigners gain influence
Business urged to translate statements and diversity initiatives into real change
State’s attorney-general relied on a strong team and emotive evidence to secure rare conviction
US justice department to probe potentially systemic issues after Chauvin conviction
Harrowing video of George Floyd’s death helped prosecution secure rare conviction of police officer
Biden hails verdict on ex-police officer as potential ‘giant step forward’ in fight against injustice
Celebration laced with recognition that conviction is but a starting point for broader change
Officers who kill black people tend to avoid prosecution and are usually acquitted by US juries
Congresswoman said protesters should ‘get more confrontational’ if ex-officer is acquitted of George Floyd’s murder
Country braces for verdict in high-profile case of former police officer charged with killing George Floyd
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