CRITICS SAY THE MOVEMENT TO DEFUND THE POLICE FAILED. BUT AUSTIN AND SEATTLE ARE SEEING PROGRESS
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✍️ The article discusses the 'defund the police' movement and its impact on city budgets and public safety. Despite setbacks, some cities have successfully diverted funds from police departments to social services and alternative crisis response units.
👉 Dozens of jurisdictions have promised to reduce police budgets 👉 Some cities have successfully diverted funds to social services and alternative crisis response units 👉 The movement has sparked conversations about city priorities and reimagining public safety 👉 Organizers face challenges, including backlash and state laws that penalize cities for defunding police
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