Yes, it is incredibly easy to say “Fark the police!” It’s much harder to come up with better solutions. Any constructive ideas? I suggest regular mandatory “off-duty,” non policing community service. They can still get paid for their time, but it will force the officers to be involved in the community in a non-authority position. They may see community members as people rather than perps. It seems like the police are too removed from the community these days. Are there any officers in your area that you know by name and would feel comfortable talking to?
