Behind the Bastards Behind the Police: How Police Unions Made Cops Even Deadlier
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Jun 30, 2020 Explore the powerful influence of police unions in perpetuating systemic issues within law enforcement. Hear about the historical interplay between unions and accountability, revealing how these organizations protect misconduct. Dive into the controversial practice of broken-windows policing and its harmful impact on marginalized communities. With a mix of humor and serious critique, the discussion shines a light on the urgent need for reform and challenges the status quo surrounding police accountability.
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Early Policing and Social Welfare
- Early 1900s police, often gangsters, handled social welfare like sheltering the homeless.
- They weren't empathetic, but no one else cared enough to do it.
Prohibition and Police Corruption
- Prohibition's corruption made police so criminal that the federal government had to intervene.
- Police became deeply involved in prostitution, assassinations, and gambling syndicates.
NYPD Brothel Ring
- A retired NYPD detective ran a brothel using active cops as muscle in 2018.
- He exploited loopholes to avoid prostitution stings, highlighting ongoing corruption.
