There should be training for police officers so that they feel that they can adequately deal with a situation, even funding for mental health professionals that go on duty with them. But, if social and community based programs show that they do work, we should by all means consider funding them as a way to reduce recidivism. Let's not cut anything first, and let's talk and give adequate consultation to both police departments and community organizations, and then make our decisions based off of that.
Be the first to reply to this answer.
Join in on more popular conversations.
