what is the state of emergency about?
what is the state of emergency about?
From today's Gleaner:
'Since the SOE was implemented in January, there has been a marked reduction in murders in the parish of St James. Police reports show a 72 per cent reduction in comparison to the similar period last year or 96 murders compared to 317.
The St James SOE will end on January 31, 2019.'
Not sure of the exact laws behind a State of Emergency but I believe it involves heightened security, roadblocks (like we are discussing here) and the ability of security forces to 'stop and frisk' without due cause. Some suspension of citizen's rights are expected. As above, it appears to be working at least in MoBay.
This is a good discussion and I look forward to clarifications. I work in and bicycle commute through some of Chicago's worst areas and when I hear people say 'Call in the National Guard! Clean up that Chicago!' I cringe a bit and worry that these people might not appreciate what they are asking for.
Originally Posted by original spanky
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