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Disaffected: Episode 156

Disaffected Newsletter • 579 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Law enforcement Civil Rights Political Conflict
  1. Texas is standing firm against federal pressure about border control. There's a big debate about whether this could lead to serious conflict.
  2. Law enforcement seems to be struggling as they prioritize the interests of some visitors over the rights of local citizens. A situation arose where a police officer stopped a citizen from filming in public to protect tourists.
  3. There's a discussion on the treatment of a woman in Ohio who had a miscarriage and faced legal scrutiny. This case raises questions about rights and personal situations.

How Cartels Infiltrate The Border Patrol

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 963 implied HN points • 21 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Corruption Law enforcement Drug Trafficking Border Security Prison System
  1. Cartels use cash, sex, and blackmail to recruit corrupt border patrol agents.
  2. Corruption within Border Patrol includes officers waving vehicles of drugs through checkpoints.
  3. Challenges in stopping drug trafficking involve the strategic positions of corrupt border patrol agents and the complicity between law enforcement and drug traffickers.

American Narco State Capture

Diane Francis • 899 implied HN points • 31 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Drug policy Corruption Crime Latin America Law enforcement
  1. Ecuador is facing serious issues with drug cartels, leading to violence and political assassinations. The assassination of a presidential candidate shows how deeply rooted these problems are in the country.
  2. Mexican drug cartels are now controlling a significant portion of the illegal drug trade, expanding their influence from Colombia to the United States. This rise in cartel power is linked to high rates of crime and corruption across Latin America.
  3. Current approaches to fighting drug trafficking, like the War on Drugs, have largely failed. Some experts suggest that legalization and treating addiction as a health issue, rather than a crime, might help alleviate this ongoing crisis.

Fighting Crime with Space Technologies

Space Ambition • 99 implied HN points • 21 Jun 24
🕹 Technology Space Tech Law enforcement Surveillance Crime Prevention Satellite imagery
  1. Law enforcement is increasingly using satellite technology to monitor and fight crime. This includes tracking illegal activities like drug trafficking and deforestation, which are hard to spot from the ground.
  2. Drones are becoming important tools for police work. They can quickly gather information in emergencies and help locate missing persons, improving response times and resource use.
  3. Crime investigation in space poses unique challenges. Scientists are researching how things like blood behave differently in low gravity, which could help solve future crimes in space.
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Wishing For Entrapment

Yassine Meskhout • 471 implied HN points • 17 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Capitol Riot Law enforcement Criminal Justice
  1. The Ray Epps conspiracy theory revolves around him being an undercover federal agent, blamed for orchestrating the J6 riot.
  2. The treatment of Ray Epps by the criminal justice system is compared to other J6 defendants to assess unusual leniency.
  3. Despite intense scrutiny, no conclusive evidence has been found to confirm Ray Epps as an informant or scapegoat for the J6 violence and chaos.

Twelve Million Deportations

Thinking about... • 366 implied HN points • 20 Oct 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Deportation Legislation Law enforcement Political strategy
  1. A plan to deport twelve million undocumented people would drastically change American society, leading to increased violence and a culture where people might betray their neighbors.
  2. This mass deportation would break up many families, impacting about twenty million people, and lead to children losing their parents.
  3. The attempt to deport so many people could create widespread fear and change the role of law enforcement, making it less about safety and more about targeting specific groups.

What Are Cartels?

CrashOut by Ioan Grillo • 707 implied HN points • 26 Oct 23
🌍 World Politics Organized Crime Drug Trafficking Violence Law enforcement
  1. The term 'cartel' is commonly used to describe organized crime networks in Mexico, but it can be criticized for being inaccurate and misleading.
  2. Despite critiques, there is clear evidence of powerful criminal networks in Mexico unleashing violence and running various illegal activities.
  3. While there are debates about the terminology, 'cartel' remains a widely understood term to represent these organized crime groups, even though nuances in their structures and operations exist.

Kellie-Jay Keen is not coming to New Zealand due to fears for her life – yes, here in New Zealand!

A B’Old Woman • 719 implied HN points • 16 Sep 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Activism Gender Safety Law enforcement Public Policy
  1. Kellie-Jay Keen canceled her trip to New Zealand because she felt unsafe and feared for her life. She wasn't confident that the police would protect her due to influence from trans activists.
  2. Many people are upset about how a few loud activists seem to be controlling police and political responses in the country. There's a feeling that women's voices are being ignored in the conversation.
  3. There's concern that creating a 'martyr' from this situation could actually empower people on the other side of the debate. While the 'Let Women Speak' rally is still planned, it's unclear how it will affect the protests.

I almost died 15 minutes ago

Disaffected Newsletter • 1238 implied HN points • 21 Apr 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civility Law enforcement Public Policy Social Issues
  1. Incivility on the roads is becoming a serious issue, with more people behaving aggressively while driving. This kind of attitude can lead to dangerous situations for everyone on the road.
  2. The author has noticed a major change in driving behavior over the past few years, with a lot of drivers failing to follow basic traffic rules and often blaming others for their mistakes.
  3. To improve road safety, there should be more focus on enforcing traffic rules, promoting safe driving through public campaigns, and changing the overall attitude towards courteous driving.

What's a prez to do? Grant and the Klan

A User's Guide to History • 314 implied HN points • 27 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Civil Rights Law enforcement Legislation
  1. Ulysses Grant recognized the limitations of using the army to change people's minds.
  2. Grant faced challenges enforcing the 13th, 14th, and 15th Amendments in the South after the Civil War.
  3. Grant took decisive action against the Ku Klux Klan, using the army to enforce federal law and successfully reduce Klan activities in South Carolina.

The Billionaire in Charge of the Cops

Political Currents by Ross Barkan • 24 implied HN points • 30 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Political Leadership Law enforcement Government Policy Public Administration Political Scandals
  1. Jessica Tisch is the new NYPD commissioner and is unlike any previous commissioner because she has no traditional law enforcement background and is a Harvard graduate. This is a big change in how the police department is led.
  2. Tisch has significant power because she comes from a wealthy family and does not rely on political support from Mayor Adams, who is in a shaky position. Her wealth means she can act independently and is not easily challenged.
  3. There are many questions about Tisch's vision for policing in New York. While she has the freedom to make changes, her approach to law enforcement and her future ambitions remain unclear.

For just $450, you and Jeff Sessions can honor one of the worst sheriffs in the country

The Watch • 874 implied HN points • 20 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law enforcement Corruption Celebration Misconduct Civil Rights
  1. For $450, you can honor a controversial sheriff at an event with Jeff Sessions.
  2. The sheriff, Chad Bianco, has faced criticism for various actions, including issues with law enforcement practices.
  3. The event highlights a trend of celebrating law enforcement officials for their harsh tactics, even when faced with serious controversies.

Of course Donald Trump can (and should!) fire the federal prosecutors WHO TRIED TO SEND HIM TO PRISON

Unreported Truths • 79 implied HN points • 28 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Elections Legal issues Government Political parties Law enforcement
  1. Donald Trump has the right to fire federal prosecutors who worked against him. No one should be forced to keep workers who openly oppose them.
  2. The actions of special counsel Jack Smith were seen as aggressive and politically motivated, raising concerns about fairness in law enforcement.
  3. Prosecutors should have resigned in protest if they disagreed with the political tactics used, but since they stayed, they may have lost their right to work in a future Trump administration.

Anti-Defamation League raises cost of speaking out

Tilting At Windmills • 235 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Organizations Law enforcement Ideology Criminal Justice
  1. The Anti-Defamation League faces criticism for pressuring law enforcement to investigate those with ideological disagreements.
  2. Law enforcement has denied investigating individuals targeted by the ADL, which is seen as a positive development.
  3. Disagreement should not equate to criminality, and the ADL's actions raise concerns about stifling freedom of speech.

Sunday Strip: First They Came for Peanut;

Who is Robert Malone • 55 implied HN points • 03 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government oversight Bureaucracy Public Policy Animal Rights Law enforcement
  1. A squirrel named Peanut and his raccoon friend Fred were taken from their owner by the New York State police, leading to public outrage.
  2. The authorities used aggressive tactics during the raid, including interrogating the owner's wife and not allowing them to care for their other animals.
  3. The incident highlights issues of government overreach and raises questions about the treatment of pets in captivity.

New Zealand Police and the TQ+ influence

A B’Old Woman • 579 implied HN points • 05 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Policy Civil Rights Law enforcement Gender Issues Activism
  1. The police in New Zealand were criticized for not intervening during a rally where women felt threatened. This raised concerns about their priorities and decision-making.
  2. There seems to be a growing focus within the police force on diversity, particularly regarding transgender issues. This goes alongside a noticeable lack of representation for other groups, like ethnic communities.
  3. Training for police includes a push for certain language regarding gender identities. This has sparked debate about the impact on women's rights and safety.

On crime in Golden Valley

The Watch • 585 implied HN points • 13 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Statistics Police Reform Racial Justice Law enforcement
  1. After implementing diversity and equity initiatives, nearly half of Golden Valley Police Department officers quit, but crime decreased.
  2. Differences in data collection methods between the sheriff's department and the police department affected crime statistics in Golden Valley.
  3. The reduction in certain crimes in Golden Valley challenges the belief that aggressive policing of low-level offenses reduces serious crimes.

Former Boudin staffer Ryan Khojasteh and police commissioner Max Carter-Oberstone to challenge SFDA Brooke Jenkins

Gotham by Susan Dyer Reynolds • 196 implied HN points • 26 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Election Law enforcement Corruption
  1. Former Boudin staffer Ryan Khojasteh and police commissioner Max Carter-Oberstone plan to challenge SFDA Brooke Jenkins.
  2. There may be a consideration for Joe Alioto Veronese to run for DA again after finishing third in the 2022 race.
  3. DA Brooke Jenkins is facing challengers but has shown effectiveness in reducing crime rates and prosecuting drug dealers.

Law, Order, and Tech

Diane Francis • 619 implied HN points • 27 Feb 23
🕹 Technology IOT Privacy issues Law enforcement Surveillance technology
  1. Modern policing uses a lot of technology. There are many ways to gather evidence from digital devices like phones and cars.
  2. Smartphones are crucial in investigations today. They can provide a lot of information about a person's movements and actions.
  3. While technology helps solve crimes, it also raises concerns about privacy. People worry about how their data is collected and used.

It's The Bugs all the way down

Worcester Sucks and I Love It • 275 implied HN points • 12 Oct 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Government Law enforcement Local government Media
  1. The movie Starship Troopers proves to be a subtle critique of society's hunger for violence, reflecting real-life America.
  2. The honor bestowed upon a police officer for killing a civilian raises questions about police responses and heroism.
  3. The failure of the Worcester City Council to address issues with the Ballpark Commission exposes potential conflicts of interest and lack of genuine concern for community benefits.

Discord Platform: What schools and parents need to know to prevent a school shooting

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 159 implied HN points • 11 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics School Safety Extremism Social media Law enforcement
  1. School shooters have used Discord to plan attacks, demonstrating how important it is for schools and parents to be aware of potential threats online.
  2. Discord is a platform with a history of being used by extremist groups for planning violence, highlighting the need for vigilance and monitoring for inappropriate content.
  3. The encrypted nature of direct messages on Discord can make it challenging for authorities to access information, emphasizing the importance of early reporting and proactive intervention.

‘Weaponization’ — House Speaker on FBI and ‘traditionalist’ Catholics

The Pillar • 137 implied HN points • 23 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Religious freedom Law enforcement Conservatism Government oversight Public Policy
  1. A group of Catholics celebrated a Mass at the U.S. Capitol, following a controversial FBI memo on Catholicism.
  2. The FBI memo raised concerns of targeting traditionalist Catholics for their beliefs, linking them with extremist views like white nationalism.
  3. Lawmakers are still investigating the origins and impact of the FBI memo on Catholic Americans, with ongoing concerns about religious liberty.

the demoralization of surrender

bad cattitude • 197 implied HN points • 15 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Crime Legislation Law enforcement Self defense
  1. The approach to tackling crime highlighted in the post is seen as demoralizing and not effective in preventing criminal activities.
  2. Encouraging citizens to make crime easier can embolden criminals and make individuals feel unsafe and defenseless.
  3. The post suggests a different approach of self-defense, like owning a pump action shotgun, as a means to protect one's property and family from violent invaders.

Sometimes you just have to muddle through

Adam's Legal Newsletter • 219 implied HN points • 24 Jun 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Supreme Court Constitution Law enforcement
  1. The Supreme Court deals with cases in various ways, from overturning prior decisions to affirming them, based on the current Court's stance and interpretation of the law.
  2. The application of laws, especially when dealing with Congressional spending conditions and private plaintiffs suing states, can result in complex legal interpretations and require balancing conflicting interests.
  3. Legal tests and interpretations sometimes need to be messy and leave doors partially open when history and constitutional ambiguity make clarity difficult to achieve.

Roundup: Baton Rouge police kept a torture black site, local officials arrest critics and protesters, Texas prepares to execute a man convicted with disproven Shaken Baby Syndrome, . . . and 76 hams

The Watch • 338 implied HN points • 09 Nov 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Law enforcement Criminal Justice Civil Liberties
  1. Baton Rouge police officers arrested for operating a torture chamber
  2. Issues with law enforcement misconduct across different states
  3. Miscarriage of justice cases and wrongful convictions highlighted

New Grand Jury evidence from Richneck Elementary school shooting

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 59 implied HN points • 11 Apr 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Gun Control School Safety Law enforcement Judicial system Crime Prevention
  1. A 6-year-old student attempted to shoot his teacher a second time, highlighting the importance of considering elementary school students in school security measures.
  2. School shooting incident revealed lapses in security procedures, such as doors being locked hindering police response and potential prevention of further harm.
  3. School staff need proper training and systems in place to handle emergencies effectively, like searching for weapons or sending timely alerts to parents.

Israel Is Field-Testing Autonomous Weapons, Cops and Pre-Crime News, Congressional Trading Fun

God's Spies by Thomas Neuburger • 55 implied HN points • 20 Dec 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Military Surveillance Law enforcement International relations
  1. Israel is using autonomous weapons that can operate without human control. This raises concerns about accountability for their actions.
  2. Weapons tested on Palestinians are being developed for global markets, increasing demand for Israeli military technology.
  3. There are troubling ties between police actions and corporate interests, highlighting how law enforcement can be used to serve business goals.

Should I stay or should I go? Combined shooting and bombing threats at schools.

School Shooting Data Analysis and Reports • 39 implied HN points • 17 May 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics School Safety Law enforcement Emergency Response Threat assessment
  1. Assessing threats in schools, especially when faced with combined shooting and bombing threats, can be challenging and lead to inconsistent responses by authorities.
  2. When dealing with bomb threats, schools should assess credibility before action, evacuate in case of high threat, which can conflict with lockdown procedures during shooting threats.
  3. Dealing with swatting calls poses significant challenges, but improved police response and tracking can help mitigate the disruptive effects of these hoaxes.

Trafficked Hondurans forced to sell drugs in San Francisco is a myth

Gotham by Susan Dyer Reynolds • 196 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Immigration Crime Drug Trafficking Law enforcement
  1. Trafficked Hondurans forced to sell drugs in San Francisco is considered a myth by some officials based on lack of evidence.
  2. In San Francisco, a high percentage of drug overdose deaths in specific districts, highlighting the impact of fentanyl on the city.
  3. Debates among supervisors and officials arise on deportation of fentanyl dealers in San Francisco, showcasing differing approaches to tackling the crisis.