AP Poll Shows Most Americans Support Certain Police Reform Policies

A majority of Americans support police reform measures aimed at reducing excessive force and racial bias, according to a mid-June poll. Key reforms include requiring officers to report misconduct, establishing clear use of force standards, and mandating body cameras. Recent protests have highlighted cases like George Floyd, Raychard Brooks, and Brianna Taylor, emphasizing the urgency of addressing police violence. Nearly half of Americans now view police violence as a very serious problem, a significant increase from 2015.

What policies are suggested to prevent police violence according to the poll?

How has public perception of police violence changed since 2015?