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"Leftists have been very clear that they want the police abolished. " No, most aren't crazy enough to think that abolishing the police is better than what we h
by wccrawford 5y ago
"Leftists have been very clear that they want the police abolished. "
No, most aren't crazy enough to think that abolishing the police is better than what we have.
Instead, they ask to "defund" the police, and then redefine "defund" to mean that many of their daily services should be given to others more qualified for peaceful resolutions, without carrying weapons, and police should be available for backup of those situations.
I personally remain unconvinced, and I think we'd see a lot of the people doing those services injured because they went into dangerous situations without adequate protection. But I can't deny that the police have shown a lot of poor judgement over the years, so something needs to change.
- Chris2048 5y agoWho do you consider to be responsible for CHAZ?
- Chris2048 5y agoA simple question. But since this question was +2, and is now -2; I guess there are a lot of people who don't want it to be asked..
- JamesBarney 5y agoI think the best reforms are make police officers pay for their own insurance, break up the union, and pay officers more to compensate for the reduced job security.
- throwaway894345 5y agoI also wonder if better vetting and training would help, and of course increase pay accordingly.
- listless 5y ago“Instead, they ask to "defund" the police, and then redefine "defund" to mean that many of their daily services should be given to others more qualified for peaceful resolutions, without carrying weapons, and police should be available for backup of those situations.” I’m so tired of these rhetorical games. It’s dishonest and we need to stop accepting it as a legitimate form of discourse. No respect for people and politicians who do this.