Write an Op-Ed
THE TOPIC
In the recent protests, military and police officers have been using rubber bullets, tear gas, and other forms of force against peaceful protestors.
THE QUESTION
What are the short-term and long-term health impacts of rubber bullets and tear gas? What repercussions might this have on public health at large?
OP-ED CRITERIA
- Writer must be a paid member of PfCJR
- Remain under 750 words
- Answer this month’s question
- Share your perspective on the topic
- Due by January 19, 2020
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Background
PROTESTS ABOUT POLICE BRUTALITY ARE MET WITH WAVE OF POLICE BRUTALITY ACROSS U.S.
The Guardian: “The nationwide anti-police brutality protests sparked by the killing of George Floyd in the US have been marked by widespread incidents of police violence, including punching, kicking, gassing, pepper-spraying and driving vehicles at often peaceful protesters in states across the country. The actions have left thousands of protesters in jail and injured many others, leaving some with life-threatening injuries.”
COLUMBUS LOOKS INTO DEATH OF OHIO STATE GRAD WHO ATTENDED DOWNTOWN PROTESTS
The Lantern: “The city of Columbus is reviewing the death of an Ohio State graduate who died after being exposed to chemical agents while attending protests in downtown Columbus, Ohio. The city of Columbus is looking into possible connections with Columbus protests and Grossman’s death, according to a tweet from the city Wednesday. The city also said the Columbus Fire Department does not have a record of emergency medical services transporting her to any area hospitals.”
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