Transparency, Accountability, and Political Independence
THESE ARE CRITICAL TO ADDRESSING PUBLIC SAFETY AND CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM. The killing of Amir Locke during a no-knock warrant and the revelation that MPD continues to train its officers in “excited delirium” are two more consequences of a...
Paul’s Comments on No-Knock Warrant Discussion with City Council
To: Council Member Jeremiah Ellison Chair, Policy and Government Oversight Committee Council President Andrea Jenkins and Council Members From: Paul Ostrow Re: Legislative Actions and Oversight Thank you for convening your critically important discussion today of no-knock warrants in the...
Paul Calls for Action after Tragic Killing of Amir Locke
The killing of Amir Locke requires immediate bipartisan action to limit no-knock warrants and strengthen procedural safeguards required for their approval. It is troubling that the Minneapolis Police Department overruled the recommendations of the investigating agency, the St. Paul Police...
Paul Ostrow Joins Race for Hennepin County Attorney
Paul’s Bio January 26, 2022 A little bit about me – I grew up in Golden Valley and graduated from Golden Valley High School. My now 100-year-old mother taught me the importance of compassion and gratitude. My father taught me...