We have a
problem with policing. Cops are trained
in military tactics, consequently they have a SWAT attitude. They are not trained to deescalate problems and
assist communities, but to assault problems and police communities. Many of the people in police forces should
not be cops, they have self-esteem problems, and many are racist. Cops close ranks when one member is in
trouble. There is a systemic attitude
that you are supposed to look the other way, that keeps cops from policing each
other.
The murder
of George Floyd has sparked outrage and protest. Without this outrage and protest there would
be no accountability. Protest marches
should have been unimpeded by police and police presence should be without riot
gear.
It is unfortunate
that legitimate outrage at the murder of unarmed and helpless George Floyd has
been sullied by arson, vandalism and theft.
That said,
when cities start to burn and stores are looted a demonstration has moved from
a show of solidarity to anarchy. The
people committing these crimes are wildings, using the cover of a justified
demonstration against racial violence by police, to steal, commit arson and incite
violence, because they can.
Real concerned
demonstrators protesting the murder of George Floyd should insist that
demonstrations end at night fall.
Regardless how mad you are, there is no
justification for arson and looting, and, for the people demonstrating after dark it
is party time and has nothing to do with George Floyd, Demonstrators that stand
around and watch, are aiding and abetting.
You're absolutely right -- police culture is the problem. But it will not change without massive, top-down political leadership to root out that cancerous culture and do what must be done.
ReplyDeletebecause they can.
ReplyDeletemega888
joker123