By. John Wingo

Fact: One in three black males will see the inside of a prison. 

Do you think Black v. Blue exists?

“No.” 

The constant action and narrative of the police in the indigenous black and brown community is obtuse, destructive, narcissistic and frankly unacceptable as a service. While the conversation on the current state of police can be bantered repeatedly – let’s add perspective.  Corporal Tywon is a Black male, East Los Angeles Native, mid-twenties – Carson Senior High and Cal State University Dominguez Hills Alumni. As our communities gentrify, we trend in creating unity and investing in ourselves and the youth. Many community members of the Metropolitan areas are home to the indigenous people. With up to 50%-65% of cops living out of the district they work. This is an issue due to the concerns and value of the community being dramatically lowered and directly affected, adding to the school to prison pipeline. 

How do you make a change in your community?

“Responding to radio calls from the community, speaking to kids that are in my neighborhood & giving them hope.”

This is an example of positive law enforcement engagement. Since the Crack Epidemic, Black Panther Party, and lack of education funding, organized community involvement has seen a large dip. The continued negative law enforcement engagement can no longer be tolerated. This includes innocent deaths, peace rallies, profiling, “stop and frisk,” excessive force, and not to mention “BLM.” 

What are your career and personal goals?

“Inspire people from the community, especially blacks, to help as many people as I can. Bridge the gap between the community and the police.” 

Whenever the cops are mentioned: blood pressure arises, and heads turn. Too many names have been said all while funds have been stolen. So, we ask you, “Black Lives Matter” – “Where’s the money?” 

Posted by:Charlotte Roberts