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Dec 2020
46m 56s

‘Who Replaces Me?’: An Update

The New York Times
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This week, The Daily is revisiting some of our favorite episodes of the year and checking in on what has happened in the time since they first ran. Scott Watson — a Black police officer in his hometown, Flint, Mich. — has worked to become a pillar of the community. And he always believed his identity put him in a unique position to discharge his duties. Af ... Show More
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