SAGE News Clips: Ferguson DemonstrationsThe father of police-shooting victim Michael Brown is shown speaking to the crowd of protestors in Ferguson, MO on the anniversary of his son's death. Signs reading "Stop Killing Black Children" and "Racism is Destroying AmeriKKKa" are carried by members of the crowd. Viewers see the American flag draped on the concrete and a montage of stuffed animals mark the spot where Michael Brown died. One activist claims urges the viewer to realize that there has been "systematic violence against black and brown bodies." Click on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 64, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:Demonstrator
Tabitha Chester explains that "we have come to understand how systematic violence against black and brown bodies are by the police forces." In addition to police brutality, social justice advocates point to other manifestations of racism embedded in the criminal justice system. Michelle Alexander, for example, argues that ______ is the "New Jim Crow."
A. decriminalization
B. voter intimidation
C. mass incarceration
D. colorblind racism
Answer: C
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