That is not in conflict with my views. I would also like to see police (in general) take a less antagonistic view to the public they serve. There has been a vast shift into an Us Vs. Them mentality, and now, we in the public seem to be responding in kind.
Police should not be an army of occupation. Police should be there to prevent citizens from harming citizens. The laws have gone too far, but police are not responsible for that. Police are responsible for the attitude and approach they take with the public. Less of the Command Attitude (unless dealing with known and suspected criminals) and more of the Service Attitude, would go a long way.
I support your views 100%.