New York’s power-hungry mayor weaponizes the police to help him control the city – and bulldoze a thriving Black community for his own real estate profits. The state, fearing that the mayor and his police have become too strong, wage a war for control – and create their own rival force. 

From Wondery, Crooked Media and PushBlack.

Empire City is made with a commitment to ensure the stories of those who were and are still  impacted by the NYPD are always part of the stories we tell ourselves about the police, about America, and about democracy.

Voices & References:

Jeff Broxmeyer https://www.jeffbroxmeyer.com/

Mariame Kaba https://mariamekaba.com/

Leslie Alexander https://drlesliealexander.com/

Gregg Simmons https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4206025/