Tangled Up in Blue

"Tangled Up in Blue" is a must-read for anyone interested in the complex relationship between American policing, violence, and race. Rosa Brooks, a law professor and journalist, takes readers behind the scenes of the police force, recounting her experience as a patrol officer in Washington, DC's poorest and most crime-ridden neighborhoods. Her account goes beyond headlines and stereotypes, presenting a nuanced and compelling call for new laws and institutions. This groundbreaking investigation complicates matters rather than simplifying them and is a crucial addition to the conversation surrounding police reform.