Good manners, a soft tone and respect for other people is what most police officers are sorely missing. A hostile attitude often escalates situations which cou

Good manners, a soft tone and respect for other people is what most police officers are sorely missing. A hostile attitude often escalates situations which could have been completely prevented or resolved differently. Unsurprisingly, treating people with complete disrespect often elicits a fight response. What police departments really need more than anything else are strong "don't be a dick" policies that are rigorously enforced. Along with more "how not to be a dick" training seminars. One can be firm and even shoot someone when needed all without being one. Let the dicks go be mall cops. The guys with real guns should have above average patience and compassion. We should demand this and we should be willing to pay for it.