We All Bleed Blue

The narrative explores the challenging police career of Sergeant Smith in Richmond, California, a city marked by crime and social unrest post-WWII. It delves into the struggles of a predominantly black community grappling with poverty, violence, and systemic issues, including police brutality and profiling. Smith, a white officer from Pennsylvania, reflects on his experiences amid civil rights tensions and the impacts of affirmative action within a historically white police department. The story highlights the evolution of the agency and community dynamics leading up to 2015.