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a lot of the problem lies with the fact that every little town has a police department, especially in louisiana. lots of parishes would do well just to have the sheriff's office.

Agreed. It has been in the news lately that a couple of local PD's have been shut down by town councils. But is that a political issue or part of "militarization"? I think we are straying here.

I am still interested in why having an armored vehicle or a bullet resistant vest is a bad thing.

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Posted by Jcorye1

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Posted on 8/19/14 at 1:21 pm to jbgleason

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armored vehicle

Because there is zero need to have vehicles designed for military combat. Less than one percent of all crimes involving a weapon deal automatic assault rifles.

I think it also stems from the fact police are raiding houses SWAT style for crimes that do not necessitate that action. When you keep reading day in and day out that they raided the wrong house or someone with a pot farm, it just gets upsetting.

Lastly, combining the militrization of the police with the blue fricking line is my biggest beef. If a policeman or woman fricks up, you hide it. I've seen, heard, and been a part of issues where you see the US. VS. THEM mentality. If a cop t-bones my car, I shouldn't be scared that they will taint the investigation, but I am. I shouldn't be worried that if I go the same speed as a non-flashing police vehicle that I'll get a ticket, but I do.

Police abuse their authority, and then are protected by other police. How do you want us to act?

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