Less Police Involvement On Mental Health Calls Shows Fewer Arrests

The video discusses the movement to defund police departments and reallocate funds to community services. It highlights various city responses, including budget cuts and new public safety models. The RIGHT Care Program in Dallas and the CAHOOTS program in Eugene are presented as examples of alternative approaches to policing, focusing on mental health crises. The video emphasizes the importance of how these changes are implemented to ensure public safety without dehumanizing individuals.

What are the main goals of the movement to defund the police as discussed in the text?

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How does the RIGHT Care Program in Dallas, Texas, aim to address mental health crises?

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What alternative approaches to policing are mentioned in the text, and how do they function?

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What are the implications of defunding the police on community safety and public health?

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In what ways do the cities mentioned in the text respond to calls for defunding the police?

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