Radley Balko

A new book describes the militarization of civilian law enforcement over the last 30 years, especially with the proliferation of SWAT teams and the rising number of raids. Dressed and equipped more like soldiers than police, it’s a disturbing trend.

A new book describes the militarization of civilian law enforcement over the last 30 years, especially with the proliferation of SWAT teams and the rising number of raids. Dressed and equipped more like soldiers than police, it’s a disturbing trend.