@jca2 Yes, I realize that they are talking about “reallocating“ funds, maybe they should use that word. The way it is being presented is like all cops are bad, and showing complete disrespect for the police, and I think that’s a mistake.
I saw an interview with a man who trains police and he said in a lot of police departments there is one or two bad apples and the entire department knows who they are and hate when the cop shows up on a scene, because he is sure to escalate things. That needs to be addressed.
As far as increasing social services I’m all for that, but when an argument is getting out of hand between spouses, a counselor might be very helpful to calm a situation, but the counselor will still need a cop along.
The ultimate hope would be to reduce crime by addressing underlying problems in society that are causing such mental distress, violence, and lack of conscience for that matter.
It’s well known that three words works. It’s good for chanting. Lock her up! Build the wall! It’s been used well before Trump. The thing is it has to be understood for it to be effective. IMO.