This episode is one of the few times the show really looks at the justice system with anything resembling a critical eye. The villain? White guy working as a parole officer, abusing his power and exploiting those he’s supposed to be helping. The victims? Young men of color on parole.

IIRC they don’t really ever do something like this again until seasons 5, when Black Claw starts to infiltrate local government and law enforcement. Which is a pity because this show could literally have done that ALL the TIME given the subject matter and major themes.

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