Speech: Police Brutality Student’s Name Institution Affiliation Course August 30, 2020 Topic: Police Brutality The use of excessive and often illegal force by the police officers on civilians in the United States is not a new topic. The law enforcement officers have had a long history of brutality against civilians, ranging from assault to battery, unwarranted torture, mayhem, and even murder. Actions of police brutality have also been manifested in frequent intimidations, verbal abuse, harassment, and other forms of mistreatment (Sindell, 1967). The use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies has become a public health issue due to its significant effects on