Daunte Wright's family says judge who sentenced Kim Potter to 2 years swayed by 'white woman tears'

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Daunte Wright's family and attorneys angrily condemned Judge Regina Chu for cutting former Officer Kim Potter a break.

Ex-cop Kim Potter speaks before a judge sentenced her to two years in the killing of Daunte Wright.

The phrase"white woman tears" has gained currency amid the national reckoning on race, suggesting that white people weaponize their emotions against people of color to protect their privileged positions. But Chu said Potter's conduct over an otherwise exemplary 26-year career"cries out" for a shorter sentence.

 

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When you challenge officers to have to make split second decisions don’t be surprised if there are unfortunate outcomes. The quarter doesn’t land on heads every time…you’re taking a gamble.

You raised a thug, stop your crying.

They just are after money.

Get over it

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