The Unchecked Power Of Sheriffs
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The Power and Controversy of Sheriffs
This chapter explores the complex role of sheriffs in rural America, particularly focusing on the 'constitutional sheriff' movement and its implications for law enforcement. It highlights the controversial practices of figures like Joe Arpaio, particularly his methods of humiliation and publicity that reflect broader issues of power and accountability. The narrative also emphasizes the community's role in enabling or resisting such authority, alongside the lack of oversight from higher institutions like the Department of Justice.
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