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She then outlined a plan to “foster law enforcement accountability,” which included raising base salaries for state officers and investing in training for cops. Alex Floyd, who serves as Abrams’ campaign spokesperson, says her role on the board of Marguerite Casey Foundation has nothing to do with her own beliefs.

“Foundation bylaws prohibit board members from approving, supporting or opposing any potential grant,” Floyd stated. “Foundation staff members determine the large number of grants awarded per year. No grant reflects or changes Stacey’s views.”

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How can Abrams address racial injustice if she plans on giving more money to an institution that profits from targeting and abusing people of color? Her plan seems more like a ploy to pander to conservatives by publicly supporting cops. Regardless of who comes out victorious in the upcoming election, vulnerable populations may suffer the most.