Just so we’re clear, calling the cops because you see a large black guy in your neighborhood is harassment. This has happened to a friend with a door-to-door job in three separate neighborhoods over the last few months.

And if you’re going to protest and appeal to the black male crime rate to justify your response that’s OK . But, explain to me why a black guy in the neighborhood raises the probability you will experience a crime against property or person sufficiently to involve law enforcement. And be specific: I want a number, not vague hand-waving. Show your work.

Check out this infographic.