Armed in America: Police & Guns
Introduction to Armed in America: Police & Guns
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An Orlando Northland Church panel discusses whether militarized police is a problem.
A panel discusses the growing militarization of the US police force and its impact on neighborhoods across America. SWAT team raids have increased over 15,000% since the 1970’s. With tensions growing between the people and the police, the film “Peace Officer” helps to start a conversation about whether police foster peace or create conflict.
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Armed in America: Police & Guns
Introduction to Armed in America: Police & Guns
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A panel discusses the growing militarization of the US police force and its impact on neighborhoods across America. SWAT team raids have increased over 15,000% since the 1970’s. With tensions growing between the people and the police, the film “Peace Officer” helps to start a conversation about whether police foster peace or create conflict.
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Recruiting Police in Missouri During the Ferguson Protests
Clip | 2m | Betty Taylor discusses the mentality of the community and police in St. Louis. (2m)
Mother Recalls 60 Terrified Hours When Gunman Held Her Baby
Clip | 2m 42s | After being held hostage for 68 hours, a SWAT Team rescued Iris Vickson's daughter. (2m 42s)
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Clip | 1m 2s | An Orlando Northland Church panel discusses whether militarized police is a problem. (1m 2s)
How Do Police Acquire Military Grade Weapons?
Clip | 1m 13s | Police Chief Beary discusses the military equipment UCF receives through the 1033 Program. (1m 13s)
Former Sheriff Explains Reasons Police Use Military Equip...
Clip | 1m 6s | Former Sheriff Sue Rahr explains why she thinks local police need military equipment. (1m 6s)
Flash Bang Grenade Exploded Near Baby’s Crib, Mother Recalls
Clip | 3m 49s | A SWAT Team changed the lives of the Phonesavanhs forever with one flash bang grenade. (3m 49s)
Does Arming Police Make Them More Likely to Use Force?
Clip | 1m 54s | A poll shows 36% of Americans don’t think military equipment increases the use of force. (1m 54s)
Armed in America: Peace Officer | Preview
Preview | 30s | Examine the nation’s rising gun violence with Independent Lens & PBS. (30s)
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