brutality

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This idealized view is also far more sympathetic than modern perceptions of other medieval events, including the Crusades, which are now linked with coercion and brutality.

From Science Daily

She said there was now an increased awareness of police brutality, social justice and racial inequality, "but more needs to be done".

From BBC

So Ben calls the police, leading to an incident of brutality that makes him question whether he’s actually socially progressive.

From Los Angeles Times

Opponents say it will fuel police brutality and destroy a vital forest.

From BBC

So far, agreements on deeper issues that Biden and Democrats promised to tackle, from police brutality to protecting voting rights to a battle over women's right to abortion remain out of reach with Republicans.

From Reuters