Defunding police is an absurd concept. Sending unarmed civilians into potentially deadly situations is even more absurd. A 911 operator cannot possibly ascertain all deadly situations. So, what happens when these civilians get killed? Who is responsible? The 911 dispatch operator? I know police have some training in de-escalation strategies. Perhaps a better solution would be to put more emphasis on that training.
That said, officers are often forced to make split-second decisions... they can't hesitate. Unfortunately, all too often... you hesitate, you die.
I back the blue and thank them for putting their lives on the line for us.
