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Originally Posted by RCummings
Interesting take on the story, from TPM,
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We all deserve more than legal policing. We deserve good policing.
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"Can" vs. "should" is a tough concept for a lot of people. Anyone in a position of authority needs to understand the difference and act appropriately, otherwise they're part of the problem.
Are LEO recruiting efforts aimed more at those who do things because they can, vs. recruting those who consider whether they should?
And what about LEO training? Do the various police academies put much effort into educating new officers on using discretion? Just because an officer can do something legally doesn't mean they should. It seems many interactions with the public lean more toward muscle and intimidation than critical thinking and being a part of the community, which only deepens the us vs. them divide.
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