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Democrats have struggled to turn mobilisation in the wake of Floyd’s killing by police into concrete change
Programme set up in wake of George Floyd murder uses exemptions to boost lending to minorities
Two years after George Floyd’s murder, rise in homicides has complicated issue of reform
Talk of systemic racism still dominates local politics, yet efforts to address it have been frustrated
Investment firms promote diversity at other companies but often fall short themselves
Prison term is 10 years longer than state guidelines suggested as judge cites ‘abuse of position and cruelty’
A day off work is no substitute for legal reforms to end institutional racism
Chicago, New York and Philadelphia data show few misconduct claims bring disciplinary action
Political and business leaders take stock of progress and renew calls for action on racial justice
Sasha Johnson supporters hit out after London force says ‘nothing to suggest’ attack was targeted
Anniversary of George Floyd’s death is timely reminder of unfinished business
Biden misses deadline as lawmakers struggle to find common ground on reforms
Promises on diversity and racial justice have proved easier to make than to keep
Police reform and slavery reparations get hearings as rights campaigners gain influence
His murder by a police officer led to protests around the world against racism
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
Murder conviction of Derek Chauvin should change policing and more
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
Concerns over accountability and the deaths of people of colour fuel debates over cuts to budgets
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
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