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The Killing of Sonya Massey

Sonya Massey the 36-year-old Black woman in her Illinois home this month was shot and killed by a responding officer after she called 911 because she thought there was an intruder in her home, according to officials. The deputy involved in the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, Sean Grayson, did not follow police protocol. According to reports, Grayson was fired from the force because he ‘did not act as trained or in accordance with police standards’. Additionally, he has been charged with first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct. It’s a tragic situation, and the case is still under investigation. Sean Grayson, the deputy involved in the fatal shooting had a history of breaches of police protocol and other misconduct. His record includes two DUI charges, one while he was enlisted in the U.S. Army. He worked for six different law enforcement agencies in four years. During his tenure with various departments, he faced complaints and disciplinary actions, including a vehicle chase that violated department policy and allegations of inappropriate behavior and abuse of power. Lastly, the family of Sonya Massey is calling for a probe into the hiring of a sheriff’s deputy charged with the fatally shooting. ~ Balance Due

Immunity From Prosecution

The Capitol riot occurred when a mob of Trump supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol building in an unsuccessful attempt to halt the certification of Joe Biden’s 2020 election victory. Trump’s claims of widespread voter fraud, which fueled the unrest, lacked evidence Ultimately, Trump was acquitted

Bold Choices Verses Democratic Norms

The commentary urges President Biden to adopt bolder actions to protect American democracy, criticizing his inaction and lack of clear communication. It advocates for more engagement with the media, public, and grassroots movements. Highlighting the risk of an authoritarian America, it calls for decisive measures like Supreme Court reform and bold leadership to counteract Republicans’ undemocratic tendencies. Biden’s failure to eliminate the filibuster and direct the DOJ is seen as missing crucial opportunities to safeguard democracy.