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I started reading with a lot of interest, but this line caused me to close the window: > In some cases, calling 911 may be the best option. It seems so tone-d
by jMyles 8y ago
I started reading with a lot of interest, but this line caused me to close the window:
> In some cases, calling 911 may be the best option.
It seems so tone-deaf. More accurate is:
> In cases where life is at stake, consider calling 911, but if you do, know that police will likely respond first and may not be trained to deal with a mental health crisis. In some cases, people have been brutalized or even killed after seeking help from poorly trained law enforcement.
- kortex 8y agoWe need a civilian-life equivalent of Rangers from the burner community. > Rangers act as non-confrontational community mediators, providers of reliable information, facilitators of public safety, and navigators of the edge of chaos. And/or, train police in these techniques. More empathy and patience, less judgement.
- phailhaus 8y agoIf only you had continued reading one more sentence! > But remember that interactions with law enforcement can vary wildly, depending on race and socio-economic background. In cases where you’re concerned that calling police could put a person in danger, try to come up with an alternate plan in advance.
- jMyles 8y agoIndeed you're right. I can't believe I missed that sentence, and I agree that it does a lot to address my concerns.