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Originally Posted by dksuddeth
Just because someone wears a badge does not mean they are smarter, quicker, or in any way superior to, or more responsible, than I am.
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No, but it is more than likely. Especially the responsible part. I'll throw in accountable, too.
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Originally Posted by dksuddeth
and I have more faith in the general public than you do.
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Perhaps, perhaps not. It is commendable of you, should you do. I've simply read of too many cases of public disorder that I believe laws such as these should be heavily scrutinized. There is no sense making it easer for people to kill one another without valid reason. There is a lot of room for corrupt practices.
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Originally Posted by dksuddeth
I don't believe that lethal force is something that can be done on a whim and if you perceived that from my posted opinions, you're reading it all wrong. I do, however, believe that just because someone doesn't wear a badge doesn't mean that they shouldn't be given full means to use lethal force when necessary. I just happen to believe that protecting my own personal property can be done with lethal force.
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Are you saying lethal force cannot be done on a whim? Would you please clarify your use of the word
whim for me?
You reduce the work and careers of law enforcement officers to the symbol of their badges, which you seem to be using with some disdain. Why is that? If it is because you mistrust this public service, then I understand your position. But it makes me wonder if you also mistrust other authoritarian bodies. Perhaps you think you are better than the average police officer. Do you also think you are better than judges, politicians, and lawmakers? Is this really about your belief that the American system of authority and justice has failed you? Doesn't that make laws like this a band-aid solution?