When I look at the big picture, we have a police force to enforce our laws primarily by arresting criminals, so they can be prosecuted and punished, and using force when necessary. That is why they carry guns. Mr. Brooks was obviously a criminal who resisted arrest. The police did their job. They didn't gain anything by killing Mr. Brooks. There is no evidence of racism. And, there is no consensus among the expert pundits that the police used excessive force. So, what does our society gain by punishing the police officers? The officers will get a trial, but, if I were on the jury, I seriously doubt that I could vote to convict those police officers.
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