Blog – Racial Reckoning

Voices of Change: Reflections on the Racial Reckoning Journalism Project

What happens when you bring together a group of young women of color to cover one of the most racially charged trials in our country’s history? Really. Good. Journalism. In this special, we’re looking back at Racial Reckoning: The Arc of Justice, a journa

Potter Found Guilty in Death of Daunte Wright

After three days of deliberation a jury found former Brooklyn Center police officer Kimberly Potter guilty of two counts of manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright. Feven Gerezgiher reports

Potter Jury Continues Deliberations

As jury deliberation continues in the Kim Potter trial, many are evaluating the state of racial justice in Minnesota. We talk to former Hennepin County Chief Public Defender Mary Moriarty. Chioma Uwagwu reports

Kim Potters’ Tears

Kim Potter’s crying in court is more than an expression of remorse; it’s part of a history of white women weaponizing their tears against people of color. Tiffany Bui reports.

Jury Deliberations Underway in Potter Trial

The state’s prosecution and the defense made their closing arguments Monday. Georgia Fort reports.

Potter Testimony Shows Remorse, Memory Loss

Potter said she did not intend to use deadly force against Duante Wright. She stated she didn’t recall saying “I’m going to go to prison” immediately after the shooting. Safiya Mohamed reports

Soul-Farewell

In our Farewell episode, we look back at what Bearing Witness has meant to Anthony and Georgia and some of the moments that made it special. We also look ahead to where hosts see themselves moving forward. From, now, Pastor Anthony’s Ministry work to Geor

Potter Trial Turns to Defense

The state rested its case Thursday; the defense called on six witnesses. Feven Gerezgiher reports

Potter Trial Continues, Chauvin Pleads Guilty in Two Cases

Police use of force expert Seth Stoughton testified that even Potter’s use of a taser on Daunte Wright would have been unreasonable. Wright’s father also took the stand. Tiffany Bui reports

Kim Potter Trial: Prosecution Doubles Down on Tasers and Training

Police officer with handcuffs

When asked if he was aware of another officer mistaking their gun for their taser, expert witness Sgt. Mike Peterson said he was not. Other testimony revealed that Potter did not test her taser as required by her department the day she fatally shot Daunt