What is Police Militarization?
What is the definition of police militarization?
Refers to military equipments and tactics by law enforcements?
What was the name of the officer from the article who enforced police militarization?
Jon Burge
Why do we need to question military tactics?
Because it has become an issue of “maintaining order”
What is one example of diversifying the academy?
Having police departments hiring people of color Or having officers work in their local communities
What are some military tactics or weapons used?
Personal carriers, tear gas, machine guns, grenades, tanks, etc.
What militarized methods were used based on the summary
Shocking methods, physical abuse, snipers, etc.
Why is social media relevant in police militarization?
Become a way for the youth to be informed and is a faster source to share
Name one type of call of action
Training among academy, diversifying academy, know your rights, and use of social media to enhance knowledge
Does police militarization reduce crime?
NO!
Where did this issue take place?
Chicago in the 80s
Marginalized communities, especially communities of color
Name another call of action you can do other than the ones listed
FREE
What percentage ranges of federal funding that goes toward military defense?
15-17%
How did Burge become successful in assuring the police became militarized?
He recruited people who had experience in the Vietnam War
How does police brutality correlate with police militarization?
It fails to enhance safety among civilians and weapons are used in personal encounters.
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How are weapons provided to police departments?
Majority are provided from the U.S military for free
What was the term used to define "ghettos" or communities of color?
Urban Jungles
Name 2 historical events that demonstrate police militarization?
Civil Rights Movement, L.A Riots, Ferguson, and Migrant Caravan
Name one right you have if stopped police?