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The War on Cops

How the New Attack on Law and Order Makes Everyone Less Safe
in: Sociology
Summary:

The book argues that anti-police sentiment and aggressive oversight have led to higher crime rates due to a decrease in proactive policing. It presents data and anecdotes to support the claim that this "war on cops" endangers communities and hampers law enforcement's ability to protect the public.

Key points:

1. "Ferguson Effect": The book discusses the "Ferguson Effect", suggesting that criticism of police post-incidents like the Ferguson shooting has led to less proactive policing and increased crime rates.

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