5 black crime myths: Which ones did you believe?

Facts can sometimes prove to be the difference between life and death. We need to look no further than Trayvon Martin’s case to see the difference between perception and reality when it comes to criminal activity and race. Let’s start educating ourselves and our society. Please share.

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Sara Critchfield

Apr 20, 2012

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