Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
"Our greatest fear is... that not only will you be gunned down in public but the person that guns you down will have some connection to law enforcement and law enforcement will cover it up in a certain way and then you'll never receive justice." — Speaker 1
"We have to learn to cope, we've just been having to learn to cope so there's some shit pops off that could be crazy we're gonna make jokes about it." — Speaker 1
"Why don't they do a fucking like town hall where they just have and no audience because the woo and all that kind of shit can sway you but you just have like black people who've experienced you know fucked up interactions with the cops and you have some cops of all different races by the way and you just have them talk..." — Speaker 2
The discussion delves into the profound fear and lack of justice experienced by the black community when confronted with law enforcement, particularly concerning incidents of violence and potential cover-ups. This fear necessitates coping mechanisms, including humor, to navigate daily life. The conversation highlights the mutual apprehension that can exist during police interactions, with both officers and civilians often on edge due to past incidents and societal narratives.
A central theme is the proposed solution of fostering open dialogue and community policing. Speakers suggest that town hall-style meetings without an audience, where both community members and law enforcement can share experiences and reasons for difficulties, could be beneficial. The idea of officers policing their own communities is explored, acknowledging potential challenges like corruption versus the benefit of familiarity and trust-building.
The episode further examines factors influencing law enforcement, such as compensation, corruption, and the desire for power. It is suggested that higher pay could attract more qualified individuals and potentially reduce instances of misconduct driven by insecurity or a need to assert authority. The complexities of incentivizing good behavior, the potential for corruption when underpaid, and the impact of financial disparities on policing in different communities are all discussed.