[aegsm76]

JD - Unlike the Ferguson case, I have not read myself any of the testimony or statements from witnesses. So, what I repeat here is what I have heard. I have seen the video, several times.
1. According to most the "chokehold" was not a chokehold as defined by the state of New York or the NYPD.
2. Garners death was due to several reasons, not just the chokehold.
3. The "chokehold" cop was the only one under the threat of indictment, as the others were given immunity

All this make it seem somewhat fishy, to me.
Now for the pot-stirring part.

1. Garner was verbally aggressive with the cops. And whether justified or not, that is not the way to make friends and influence people.
2. He was non-compliant to the cops orders when they wanted to arrest him.

Insofar as to police targeting people, I have had between 25-30 encounters with law enforcement in my life.
Seems like I may have been profiled, but,
I have two tickets to show for it. And no arrest...
Why? Because I am the most truthful and compliant guy around when dealing with a cop.