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Rob H.

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12. We have the DoD's 1033 Program to thank for that, in part

Reply to RussellCattle (Original post)

Mon Nov 25, 2024, 04:11 PM

Nov 25

It allows the transfer of military equipment including helicopters, armored vehicles, Humvees and military-grade rifles to non-military law enforcement agencies. The militarization of domestic police has exploded since 9/11, as well.

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ACAB Orrex Nov 25 #1

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FTP John Shaft Nov 25 #7

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Yes Polybius Nov 25 #11

We have the DoD's 1033 Program to thank for that, in part Rob H. Nov 25 #12

Many years ago, early W's term or so, CrispyQ Nov 25 #13