Feather, Amber, Ebony: What’s Behind California’s Racial Alert Systems?
California has recently passed a law that has raised eyebrows and sparked debate. The legislation, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, introduces an “Ebony alert” system, similar to the Amber alert but specifically for missing black individuals aged 25 and under. Imagine a scenario where a young adult from Compton, California, impulsively takes a trip to Las Vegas, missing work without notice. If this individual’s employer reports them missing, the police response will vary based on …