Militarization of police refers to the use of military equipment and tactics by law enforcement officers. This includes the use of armored vehicles, assault rifles, flashbang grenades, sniper rifles, and SWAT teams. Proponents argue that this equipment increases officers’ safety and enables them to better protect the public and other first responders. Opponents argue that police forces which received military equipment were more likely to have violent encounters with the public.
60% Yes |
40% No |
40% Yes |
34% No |
11% Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment |
7% No, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment |
10% Yes, but only in response to extreme situations |
0% No, and abolish the police |
See how support for each position on “Demilitarize the Police” has changed over time for 18.3k Portugal voters.
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See how importance of “Demilitarize the Police” has changed over time for 18.3k Portugal voters.
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