Law enforcement leaders from around the United States are increasingly beginning to address past harms through clear acknowledgements of their profession’s historical missteps and strong statements regarding a new vision for police conduct. These statements reflect a belief in the responsibility to acknowledge previous ills, and the conviction that recognition of the resulting harm is the first step toward building community trust, and shaping a more just law enforcement culture. The following are examples of public statements made by prominent police officials acknowledging these past harms.
