[UseYourBrain]

Originally Posted by Northwoods

Isn't it unfortunate that the BLM movement doesn't see this as a priority. "It's not part of their charter."
They want to defund the police instead of investing in programs that might reduce gangs, set young blacks on the right path, and reduce the murders of young blacks.

That is because their “charter” is anti capitalism, anti police and anti America. I can get behind black lives mattering ( when they aren’t resisting police) but not BLM. They march against capitalism all over the world.

[clwahlstrom]

I think this is oh so true

[UseYourBrain]

Originally Posted by Windguy

This is all about gang warfare. Legalize drugs and most of it will go away.

And, no one wants to defund police; they just want to divert some of the funding and use it to invest in programs like you mention. It’s inappropriate to use gun-toting, skittish police to deal with social issues. Using people trained in social issues is a better choice.

I guess you haven’t noticed all the people and politicians wanting to eliminate the police.

Not to mention all the anti cop activity (throwing gasoline on their cars and burning them, ambushing theM, shining green lasers in their eyes, etc) and rhetoric. How about supporting the police while defunding them.

[dewilson58]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Thanks. But, what am I supposed to do with that information? What happened to Mr. Helpful?

The BLM thread was closed.
New Stats jus came out this week for Chicago.
I'm just sharing information.............you can make your own conclusions of the information.


Like Northwood stated:
Isn't it unfortunate that the BLM movement doesn't see this as a priority. "It's not part of their charter."
They want to defund the police instead of investing in programs that might reduce gangs, set young blacks on the right path, and reduce the murders of young blacks.

[stadry]

legalize drugs ? tried that - doesn't work either,,, legalize it & tax it ? creates a black market & penalizes legal growers/sellers
the avg drug dealer makes min wage according to freakonomics authors

[Wizie1949]

It is my understanding that the social worker would not be going alone as you suggest but with the police

[Bad Moon Rising]

Diverting funds from the police is defending the police! Duh

[oneclickplus]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

So in other words lets defund the police and send a social worker to the scene of the crime.

Makes one wonder what the voters will do in the next election?

My bet is that they will ARM themselves as provided for in the 2nd amendment.

[Bay Kid]

BLM will be going there next week to fix the problem.

[oneclickplus]

Originally Posted by Girlcopper

Remember to call a social worker next time someone points a gun at you or attempts to break into your house. We dont want those “skittish” police to show up and protect your life and property while putting their own life in jeopardy

I have my social worker on speed dial. I will grab my phone and call her right after I put my pistol back in the holster.

[Raton270]

Sometimes it better to be thought a fool than open your mouth and remove all doubt

[jerry van]

Originally Posted by Joanne19335

And your point is...?

Stay out of Chicago

[Lancer]

Originally Posted by Northwoods

Isn't it unfortunate that the BLM movement doesn't see this as a priority. "It's not part of their charter."
They want to defund the police instead of investing in programs that might reduce gangs, set young blacks on the right path, and reduce the murders of young blacks.

I guess you missed what is meant to defund the police. The defunded money is to go to the programs you mentioned.

[Scorpyo]

Originally Posted by Windguy

This is all about gang warfare. Legalize drugs and most of it will go away.

And, no one wants to defund police; they just want to divert some of the funding and use it to invest in programs like you mention. It’s inappropriate to use gun-toting, skittish police to deal with social issues. Using people trained in social issues is a better choice.

"911 What is your emergency". "My boyfriend is threatening to kill me. I don't know if he's serious, or having a mental crisis. Please send help". "Shall we send the police or a social worker"? "First you must release us from liability. If we send a social worker and your boyfriend winds up hurting or killing you we cannot be sued by you or a family member".
Using people trained in social issues would be great, however, who decides when that is the appropriate course of action? Last I heard there are no mind readers. No one knows the extent of the problem until they get there. Ever heard of the saying, "hope for the best but be prepared for the worst". Unfortunately, being prepared for the worst means sending those "gun toting, skittish police".

[Marine1974]

Unbelievable how inconsiderate and have no compassion for others , living right here in our community. We get your message, you don’t care . Thanks for taking the time and posting the horrific statistics in Chicago .