As Minneapolis Votes, Some Struggle to Keep Police Violence in the Spotlight - Bolts

Minneapolis Voting Amidst Police Violence Concerns

Five years after George Floyd's murder, Minneapolis' mayor and city council allies claim significant improvements, but critics push for more discipline and police alternatives.

After George Floyd's death, police violence became a prominent issue in Minneapolis politics, sparking federal and state investigations and proposals, including a failed 2021 referendum to dismantle the Minneapolis Police Department.

Today, police accountability has taken a backseat in national electoral debates, including in Minneapolis, where candidate clashes have become less contentious.

Police violence became an issue that no Minneapolis politician could avoid.

Author's summary: Minneapolis voting amidst ongoing police violence concerns.

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Bolts Bolts — 2025-10-20

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