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Why Atlanta Burned

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Is It Fair to Fire a Chief of Police?

A, ya, absolutely. I fired five police officers that should not have badges, and the union a fought to get got three their jobs back. And i will tell you, though, it depends on union leadership. The biggest fight that i had during my tenure as chief was attempting to discipline officers. When the team doesn't perform, you fire the coach. If something were to have happened in my city, and i truly believe that it may not be your fault, but you can have the most sound policies. In the case of erca shield, sheof course kno sound policies. Did nothing wrong. You have had a great reputation. It's sad to see or go.

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