Looking into the prison system in the United States, statics reveals the nations history of how racially inequality is still prominent. We are also provided a breakdown of the 13th ammendment.
The overrepresentation of black men in the media as criminals, such as shows like Cop, give the provoked context for people to be afraid. This provides the support of policies that lock up African Americans at large scales.
Prosecutors usually make plea deals- one of the worst human rights violations of the black and brown community. Most men don't go to trial for lack of money and worsen consequences.