Crime & Law Enforcement Issues & Death Penalty/arming police

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Expert: - 5/23/2005


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I am doing a debate in school on the arming of police.  I have found almost no information on my subject and I was wondering if you could help me.  I am on the con side of the argument- as in not arming police.  My argument is about how criminals who see police armed are more likely to arm themselves.  Do you know anything about this particular argument?  If you do please tell me, I would be most happy.  Thank you

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Syd,

   I'm sorry but I don't get involved in supplying students with material for debates, etc.  In the past I have found myself quoted on web sites and in school papers.  I would suggest that instead of frustrating yourself looking around the Internet that you simply go down to your local police department and interview several officers.  You might have to make an appointment but a face to face interview would be much more valuable than a source on the Internet.

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