The early sociologist Max Weberthat the state has the monopoly on legitimate violence, meaning that in a modern nation it is only the government that is politically justified in using force. But it has also been true — to the detriment of the people — that the government, and especially police, have had the monopoly on legitimate storytelling. It’s why police press releases are treated with deference, but eye-witness testimony is scrutinized.
And because of the nature of their work, what testimony does exist can be devalued by the press and an unsympathetic white audience — especially when said testimony is coming from people of color or people with even minor criminal records. There is no such thing, however, as a “perfect” witness against police. By claiming they felt threatened, police still have an easy time legally justifying their actions even if there is video.
That is what African Americans still have to do: build a counterarchive of stories to combat police spin.
THINK Those Bully Cops will not change in hurting or killing people's of color!
THINK Only a criminal or a Sexually confused mental health patient would harbor that view.
THINK The police see thousands of criminals everyday. We should be more lenient, if anything they deserve someone to blow steam off on.
THINK If a 75 Ur old guy wants 2 protest in a crowd & taint the Cops, he should B prepared 4 this kind of problem. Is he wacko?
THINK And I happen to know this first hand. Oh yes I do have stories...but no videos. Made it very difficult to respect and trust Police. I do know many are decent, however, which is the challenge.
THINK NBC Nightly 'News' can't seem to find any video of 'protesters' attacking cops… again.
THINK This is their NORM, their CULTURE, their 'WORK'. That's why they do NOT even know what is DISTURBING EVERYBODY, when they are just doing their 'JOB'.
THINK When you call 911 surely you eould have a different opinion.
THINK This is a very comprehensive overview of the crux of what has gotten here. Very well written 👍
THINK Vancouver Police Department has some great gangster t shirts on sale at their shop online. VPD is the coolest, nicest bunch of gangsters. 😠 It's not just Hells Angels anymore.
THINK This punch to the old gentleman was totally not necessary and horrible
THINK ISupportPolice
THINK bullshit and yes nbc posted fake story again
THINK Another general opinion. Not ALL police departments lie to us. Such blanket opinions serve to erase the good efforts of those departments that do not lie to us. It serves to pass judgment without trial. Do not be lazy, get specific.
THINK You know why...? Because each police department is a reflection off the courthouse in they’re jurisdiction. The courthouses are be operated by corrupt chief administrations, chief head clerks, and staff..!!! I know! I’ve been in it for 5 years on my own. I could write a book!
THINK Nobody wants an opinion about matters beyond your abilities. If you want to be called a news service, report the news. If you wanna be an entertainment medium, entertain people. You can't have both.
THINK Your opinion is biased and irresponsible.
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