Two Views On The Future Of American Policing

The video features a discussion between Charlene Carruthers and Chuck Wexler on the role of police in society. Carruthers advocates for reallocating police budgets to community services and envisions a future where community-based responses replace police in crisis situations. Wexler agrees on the need for community involvement but emphasizes the necessity of humane policing. The conversation highlights differing views on police reform versus abolition, with both guests acknowledging the importance of community safety and the challenges of implementing change.

What is the main issue Charlene Carruthers highlights regarding police budgets?

• They are not focused on technology.

• They are overly invested in policing rather than community services.

• They are not transparent enough.

• They are too small to be effective.

According to Charlene Carruthers, what is the ultimate goal for community safety?

• To build more prisons.

• To implement more surveillance technologies.

• To have community-based responses to crises.

• To increase police presence in communities.

What does Chuck Wexler believe is necessary for effective policing?

• Complete independence of police from community input.

• A partnership between police and the community.

• Increased use of force.

• More funding for police departments.

What is Charlene Carruthers' stance on the partnership between police and community?

• She thinks it should be limited to urban areas.

• She opposes it, advocating for community-led safety.

• She believes it is essential for safety.

• She supports it as a temporary solution.

What historical role of police does Charlene Carruthers mention?

• Their involvement in international peacekeeping.

• Their role in the civil rights movement.

• Their origins as slave catchers.

• Their development of community policing.

What does Chuck Wexler suggest about the current state of police departments?

• They are all well-regulated with national standards.

• They need reform and community collaboration.

• They should be disbanded immediately.

• They are already perfect as they are.

What does Charlene Carruthers propose as a solution to violence in communities?

• Building more prisons.

• Investing in community resources like jobs and education.

• Implementing stricter laws.

• Increasing the number of police officers.