Ferguson

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They don't have tanks. At least I've never seen and agency with a tank. They have armored cars of varying types with the MRAP being currently fairly common. The MRAPs are made to withstand IEDs which makes them taller to make room for the sloped armor underneath which of course is unnecessary for police use. The MRAP is much more than necessary but they're free. It would be nice if the military had surplus vehicles that perfectly matched the needs of civilian police but that's not likely. I certainly see no reason for a heavy or even medium machinegun.

If HCPD isn't being held accountable and isn't being properly trained, there is no one to blame other than the elected officials you the citizens elected. Perhaps residents should be looking for leaders that will worry about that kind of stuff rather than things they don't really have any control over. Generally, IMHO, in a democracy the residents get the government they deserve. Democracy isn't perfect but I don't know what system would be better.

Edit to add response to Lava's post: I've heard of purpose built small armored tracked vehicles designed for entry against armed barricaded suspects but I've never seen one. Very expensive I'm sure. Maybe I've just never had close association with an agency with that kind of money.

Pua`a
S. FL
Big Islander to be.