After allegations of racially biased arrests, the mayor of a city decides to respond. Which action would BEST demonstrate wise thinking?
A) setting up a task force to mediate complaints between the minority community and the police
B) vigorously defending the police
C) assuming that racial bias is endemic in the police force
D) deciding to ignore the issue because these complaints happen all of the time

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Setting up a task force to mediate complaints between the minority community and the police is a proactive response that shows a willingness to listen to both sides and work towards a solution. It also acknowledges the issue of racially biased arrests and takes steps to address it. Vigorously defending the police or assuming that racial bias is endemic in the police force does not address the specific allegations at hand and can be seen as dismissive or defensive. Ignoring the issue is not an appropriate response to allegations of bias.

After Allegations of Racially Biased Arrests, the Mayor of a City