Guest Editorial: Police misconduct and democracy in peril

It has happened again. A Black woman, Sonya Massey, called the police because she thought there was an intruder in her home. According to an online article entitled “Officer shot and killed a Black woman who had called police for help, bodycam footage shows” by Nick Squires, the officers (Sean Grayson and a partner) searched the premises both inside and outside of the home. After declaring that they had not found any evidence of “intruders” the officers requested that Sonya Massey produce some identification. & While she was complying, Officer Grayson saw a pot of boiling water on the stove and suggested that she (Massey) remove it saying, “We don’t need a fire while we’re here.” She replies: “Away from the hot steaming water? Oh, I’ll repent (rebuke) you in the name of Jesus.” At this point Grayson pulled out his gun while moving toward her and said “You better f—ing not, I swear to God, I’ll f—ing shoot you right in your f—ing face.” Ms. Massey replies: “I’m sorry.” After that, Grayson proceeded to shoot her in the face! & The article continues, “As the woman lies on the floor dying, Mr. Grayson can be heard saying: ‘That’s a...