Alex Vitale's Interviews
In this episode of Keen On, Andrew is joined by Alex S. Vitale, the author of The End of Policing, to discuss the history of policing and mass-incarceration in America, as well as to examine the roots and consequences of police brutality in the United States. Alex exposes the political agendas over time that have enabl
Jacobin Radio: David Dayen and Alex Vitale
Suzi talked to David Dayen, editor of the American Prospect, just days before Congress failed to negotiate a new package to replace the CARES Act, which came to an end July 31. That means the weekly $600 lifeline supplement ended, exposing tens of millions to hunger and eviction. The mostly secret negotiations were stu
#192: The Future of Policing Featuring Alex Vitale
In light of the widespread Black Lives Matter protests, Americans are taking a deep look at police violence in the country. Many are demanding a complete transformation of our criminal justice system, tasking America’s leaders with delivering tangible policy. This week, Alex Vitale joins Julian Zelizer and Sam Wang to
The idea of police "reform" has been tried and has failed. Rather than call for milquetoast reforms that leave the structure of U.S. law enforcement in place, many of the protestors are calling to "defund the police." Michael is joined by Alex S. Vitale, author of "The End of Policing" to explain what this means, how t
Episode 115: "The End of Policing" with Dr. Alex Vitale
31 minutes Mance welcomes Brooklyn College professor Alex Vitale to the show to talk about his book "The End of Policing." Dr. Vitale talks about how violence by police has been amped up in the last 40 years and talks about the history of policing in this society. The End of Policing Dr. Vitale's Website Mance's Books
Alex Vitale is a Professor of Sociology and coordinator of the Policing and Social Justice Project at Brooklyn College. He has written for a number of popular publications including the New York Times, New York Daily News, USA Today, and the Nation. His newest book The End of Policing is out now from Verso press. The "
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