D. Elisabeth GlasscoBlack New Yorkers frequently sought redress from the police after being assaulted and abused in the streets, but no arrests were made. This highlighted the longstanding neglect and mistreatment experienced by the Black community at the hands of authorities.
In response to the lack of police action and incidents of self-defense during the riots, the Black press called for arming and organizing the community to prevent future violence.
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