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Therapists Are Also the Police: Social Work, Sex Work, and the Politics of Deservingness

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The Relationship Between Social Work and Policing

This chapter discusses the connection between social work and policing and questions if professions like doctors, social workers, and teachers can be reimagined to break their association with policing. It explores the history and origins of the term 'police' and its connection to policy and law enforcement, highlighting its focus on protecting private property and regulating poverty.

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