
Christopher “Flood the Drummer” Norris is a professional drummer, journalist and radio broadcaster currently serving as WHYY’s Community Contributors and Engagement Editor. Prior to joining WHYY in November, Norris was the CEO of Techbook Online, a boutique digital publishing company, and a political commentator at WDAS-FM.
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Police Reimagined: DA Larry Krasner extended interview
DA Larry Krasner discusses defunding the police and the future of public safety with WHYY Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris in this extended interview.
7 months ago
Police reimagined: The future of public safety, part 4
WHYY's Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris leads a discussion on defunding the police & the future of public safety.
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Police reimagined: The future of public safety, part 3
WHYY's Community Engagement Editor Christopher Norris leads a discussion on defunding the police & the future of public safety.
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Police reimagined: The future of public safety, part 2
How do you reduce funding for police, and change their role in communities, while ensuring public safety for all?
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How do you reduce funding for police, and change their role in communities, while ensuring public safety for all?
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