I understand “defund the police” isn’t the best language, but where was all the outrage when they were defunding education, defunding Headstart, defunding hunger & anti-poverty programs, defunding violence prevention programs, defunding peace projects & defunding social services?
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There was outrage, against the "frivolous" spending goals of the "libs." How many physical hearts have to actually bleed before we focus on the problems upstream that are pooh-poohed?
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Replying to @LadyDianasVoice
It's not "frivolous" to feed & educate a child, provide housing for hard-working people who are overwhelmed by the effects of systemic economic injustice, or prevent violence against women & children. In fact, it's smart, sophisticated, savvy - & most importantly morally correct.

Jun 14, 2020 · 5:21 PM UTC

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Replying to @marwilliamson
#FundDecency ⭐️
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Replying to @marwilliamson
It's wasteful if the policy contributes to the continuation of stagnation, crime and problems in some communities. Strengthening the police and funding the most functionable programs should be prioritized. Suspending one social program and defunding the police aren't the same.
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Replying to @marwilliamson
I absolutely agree with you, Marianne. I had hoped my quotation marks would have indicated that, as well as my comment about fixing problems upstream. There has been consistent defunding of necessary social programs and education that would preempt so many later problems.
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