NYC Cop Avoids Choke Death Charge, Triggers Protests

The transcript discusses the grand jury's decision not to indict a white police officer in the death of Eric Garner, an unarmed black man, sparking protests. Garner's death, caused by a banned chokehold, was ruled a homicide. The officer expressed condolences, but Garner's widow rejected the apology. The case is compared to Michael Brown's, highlighting racial inequality. President Obama emphasized the need to address this as an American issue.

What actions were taken by the police department regarding chokeholds prior to Eric Garner's death?

What commonality existed between the cases of Eric Garner and Michael Brown?