“Why did you shoot me? I was reading a book"

7/7/2013

This article discusses the growing militarization of police forces in the United States and the negative consequences it has on civilian encounters with law enforcement. It highlights several cases where innocent individuals have been subjected to excessive force, including a man who was shot while reading a book in his own home. The article argues that the transformation of police into "warrior cops" with military equipment and tactics has led to a culture of aggression and a disregard for constitutional protections. It calls for a reevaluation of police training and policies to restore trust between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

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