Phillip Atiba Goff: How we can make racism a solvable problem -- and improve policing

The speaker discusses their expertise in addressing racism in policing, emphasizing the need to redefine racism from attitudes to behaviors. They highlight the importance of data-driven solutions to measure and address racial disparities in law enforcement. Through case studies, the speaker demonstrates successful interventions in various cities, leading to reduced use of force and arrests. The vision for the future includes scaling these solutions to serve 100 million people, aiming to reduce racial disparities and improve community-police relations.

Why do police chiefs consult the speaker?

• He is a famous TV personality.

• He is an expert on racism in policing.

• He offers free therapy sessions.

• They believe he is a clinical psychologist.

What is the common misconception about racism?

• It is a recent phenomenon.

• It is a matter of contaminated hearts and minds.

• It is solely about economic inequality.

• It is only present in certain countries.

How does redefining racism as behaviors help?

• It makes racism a measurable and solvable problem.

• It eliminates racism completely.

• It ignores the role of institutions.

• It focuses on changing people's attitudes.

What system is used by police departments for data-driven accountability?

• DataStat

• CompStat

• PoliceTrack

• CrimeWatch

What was the issue identified in Minneapolis regarding police use of force?

• Lack of police training

• Poor communication with the community

• High number of homeless individuals involved

• Inadequate police equipment

How did Minneapolis address the issue of police use of force?

• By hiring more police officers

• By providing social services to the homeless

• By implementing stricter laws

• By increasing police patrols

What was a common problem in Salt Lake City and Houston?

• Fear of immigration enforcement

• High crime rates

• Lack of police presence

• Inadequate funding for police

What is the goal of scaling the solutions nationally?

• To train more police officers

• To eliminate all crime

• To increase police funding

• To reduce racial disparities in policing

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to implement these solutions nationwide?

• International support

• Stricter laws

• Collective will and infrastructure

• More police officers

What is the ultimate aim of the speaker's proposed solutions?

• To focus solely on changing attitudes

• To make racism an unsolvable problem

• To provide a data-driven vaccine against racial disparities

• To increase the number of police departments