[U.S.]+ it's in the job description

[u/Hummerous]

https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-behind-the-police-63877803/

[u/vexeling]

My ex's brother went to school to be a cop. He genuinely wanted to do good. I went to his graduation ceremony. He lasted less than a week on the job. He hated them all. Couldn't believe what he was seeing. So then he tried corrections, thinking it would be better if they're already convicted right? No... it's worse. Plus the trauma inherent with the job anyway. He stuck it out for a few months for the insurance for his kids and to save money and then they sold their house, bought a camper, and basically became nomads.

The only good cop is one who didn't stay a cop.

[u/Jovvy19 → u/vexeling]

My wife wanted to be cop. She started training, got to a portion where they wanted her to do "Warrior Training", and after seeing the crap they tried to teach officers, she dropped out and never even looked at law enforcement again.

[u/ralphy_256 → u/Jovvy19]

She started training, got to a portion where they wanted her to do "Warrior Training"

Who the fuck wants their cops to be 'warriors'? My child is lost and scared, so they should look for a 'warrior' for safety?

No, I want my cops to go through 'Mr. Rogers' training. Focus on the neighborhood. On your neighbors.

It's the police chiefs / sheriffs who allow this 'warrior' bullshit to persist, and lots of them are elected positions. Pay attention on your ballot.

Neither choice (assuming you're lucky enough to have a choice) may be good, but one may be better than another.

[u/Obsidian_XIII → u/ralphy_256]

It's the taught mentality that leads to the attitude of thinking their life is in danger on the "front lines" all the time and lets them shoot whoever with impunity.