Firstly, I am mostly saddened about George Floyd and the ongoing violence (mainly towards people of colour or folks from lower income communities) at the hands of police officers. Like most people, i have close friends in policing and it is a really hard job, physically but especially mentally. I respect the job. But there must be a better way...there are far too many casualties. Not just a USA issue, we have similar problems here, unfortunately. I just dont know what kind of reform would be effective. Different credentials for hiring? Shift in core competencies in the job (example: enhanced tactical communications, conflict resolution, etc.). Some structural change is needed.
Alongside some potential police reform...If crime rates are higher in communities, government should re-evaluate how to resolve this - our society should invest in better education systems which are accessible to marginalized communities. Invest in community centers, parks, etc. so kids have something to do. Provide communities with access to better resources, you can reduce crime rates. I dont think this is a utopian fantasy.
It really hurts to see what is happening in Minneapolis/St.Paul. it is a place that as a late teen/young adult I visited about 15 times, for various reasons. A great city. An awful circumstance right now.