“,they were only doing their jobs and doing what they were trained to do.”
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Yes, it appears that cops in America are now being trained to be jack-booted thugs. I gather that this has been going on for
the last ten years or so. I think much of it is emulation of the thuggery that is now seen in the movies with most all cops being shown in full swat gear, yelling “get on the ground, get on the ground..NOW!”. The good old boys on the beat are a thing of the past.
“The good old boys on the beat are a thing of the past.”
We still have a few left here in PA, but they’re rapidly disappearing as they age and retire or pass away. The younger ones taking their places are dressed like JBTs, and play the role well. I know both.