To taser or not to taser.

The law enforcement community has long been under fire for some very aggressive encounters with citizens that resulted in officer involved shootings. The chance has come for more police officers to be able to carry non-lethal weapons, but some communities do not see this as a plus. Will this aversion to better equipping the police officer lead to more shootings? Can the taser gun be the answer to the problems in inner cities? Would you rather be shot fifty times with a weapon that carries bullets or fifty thousands volts?

Secret Service accused of discrimination

The upcoming presidential election has been dealt another blow. The often praised law enforcement agency, United States Secret Service, has been brought to task by some current and former African American Secret Service agents. Can this be a sign for presidential hopeful Barack Obama? I expect the Secret Service to be professional. However, aren't they just an extension of mainstream society and mirror the racism that exists? Are these just a bunch of "disgruntled" agents or are they qualified agents looking for some equity?

http://abcnews.go.com/TheLaw/FedCrimes/Story?id=4866932&page=1

"Recognize the truth outside of your own biases." Dr. BLR

Newark: What a difference an arena makes.

The perception of the City of Newark is justifiably ambivalent. The former Mayor, Sharpe James, was recently found guilty of public corruption. The Chief of Police has been accused of frequenting an illegal after hour establishment. The crime rate is still rising. Yet, Newark has a new arena, "The Rock." If anyone was to attend an event at the "Rock" you would think that you were visiting another city. The "Rock" was the staging ground for the MMA and the infamous Kimbo Slice. Can the likes of more Kimbo's assure the City of Newark that its residents will be safe?The police presence is abundant and visitors are assured of their personal safety. However, just a few minutes ride outside of that comfort zone lies the true reality for most native Newark's. Drugs, gangs, and homicides are a daily occurrence for those who choose to make Newark their home. How can we have two different perceptions of one city? Why doesn't the same effort to secure the safety of the visitors effect the common folk? Is this a case of the haves and the have nots? Should the loyal taxpayers be afforded the same crime protection comparable to those who traverse the city for entertainment purposes? Not to mention the similar increased protection for those who visit the NJPAC. Am I missing something here? Kimbo can you help them?

"The future may leave you wanting for something that you can have today." Dr. BLR