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Black Cop: My 36 years in police work, and my career ending experiences with official racism

Name: Black Cop: My 36 years in police work, and my career ending experiences with official racism
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Book Synopsis: When Calvin Lawrence joined the Halifax City Police in 1969, he thought he knew what to expect. There was growing tension in the city between the black community and the police, and Calvin believed that as a black police officer he would be able to make a difference. But what he didn't know was that he was embarking on a life-long career in which he would consistently be the target of racist behaviour — from his co-workers and his superiors, and from police organizations as a whole. Calvin describes how he was the target of racial slurs, mocked for being black, pigeonholed into roles, and denied advancement because he was not white. After 36 years in law enforcement, Calvin retired early from the police, suffering from clinical depression and with a settlement from the RCMP after winning a Human Rights complaint. Calvin holds nothing back as he reflects on a career that took him across the country — he shares his experiences as Newfoundland's only black police officer, his undercover stints in Edmonton and Toronto, and his time in Ottawa protecting major world leaders like Jimmy Carter and Brian Mulroney. Calvin Lawrence's story lays bare the key failures of Canadian police organizations that operate on the basis that only white Canadians are entitled to the rights promised to all by the rule of law and the Canadian Charter of Rights.

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Are you ready to hear a story that will shock you and open your eyes to the reality of racism in the Canadian police force? Look no further than the gripping memoir, "Black Cop: My 36 years in police work, and my career ending experiences with official racism." Calvin Lawrence, a former black police officer, bravely shares his experiences of racial discrimination and injustice throughout his long and dedicated career. With this book, you will gain a profound understanding of the challenges faced by minorities in law enforcement and how systematic racism can infiltrate even the most respected institutions.

From the very beginning, Calvin Lawrence believed he could make a difference as a black police officer in a city torn by racial tension. Little did he know that he would face relentless racism throughout his career, enduring racial slurs, discrimination, and limited opportunities for advancement. His candid account will take you on a journey across the country, shedding light on the struggles he faced as the only black police officer in Newfoundland, his eye-opening undercover operations in Edmonton and Toronto, and his duties protecting world leaders in Ottawa.

This powerful story not only exposes the individual experiences of Calvin Lawrence but also uncovers the deep-rooted flaws within Canadian police organizations. It challenges the notion that only white Canadians are entitled to the rights promised to all by the rule of law and the Canadian Charter of Rights. Calvin's courage in sharing his story will inspire a dialogue and drive meaningful change.

Don't miss out on this eye-opening memoir that will leave you questioning the very foundations of our justice system. Join Calvin Lawrence on his remarkable journey and gain a new perspective on the fight against racism. Read "Black Cop" today and help pave the way for a more inclusive and equal future.

Get your copy of "Black Cop: My 36 years in police work, and my career ending experiences with official racism" now and delve into this groundbreaking memoir that demands justice and equality for all.

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