Dean Phillips

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9/16/2023, 3:54:45 PM
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2. We need enhanced law enforcement strategies and resourcing, consequences for criminals, better juvenile diversion, addiction treatment & recovery, and anti-recidivism programming, and a moonshot initiative to support, educate, and provide opportunities for at-risk youth. 4/5
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And here鈥檚 what I鈥檝e learned:

1. Lawmakers cannot solve this problem alone. Rather, all of the above must be brought to the table to develop a comprehensive and actionable solution - with intention, commitment, and mutual respect. 3/5
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I鈥檝e spent months riding w/officers, meeting w/community members and leaders, police chiefs, mayors, judges, intervention specialists, the County Attorney, Commissioners, social workers and Sheriff, touring the County Jail and meeting with officials and inmates. Yes, inmates. 2/5
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A thread: I share everyone鈥檚 concern and anger about violence, car thefts, crime, and an eroding sense of security in our communities. It鈥檚 red and blue, it鈥檚 urban and suburban, and it won鈥檛 be rectified until we change our approach. 1/5

The statement is part of a thread discussing societal issues related to crime, law enforcement, and community safety. It calls for a balanced approach combining consequence and compassion to address these issues effectively. The tone is constructive and suggests collaboration for the betterment of communities.

  1. Principle 1:
    I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
    The statement promotes a non-harmful approach to addressing crime and safety.聽[+2]
  2. Principle 2:
    I will respect the privacy and dignity of others and will not engage in cyberbullying, harassment, or hate speech.
    The statement respects the dignity of all community members by advocating for equal doses of consequence and compassion.聽[+2]
  3. Principle 3:
    I will use my words and actions to promote understanding, empathy, and compassion.
    The statement encourages understanding and empathy by recognizing the need for a balanced approach to law enforcement and community support.聽[+2]
  4. Principle 4:
    I will engage in constructive criticism and dialogue with those in disagreement and will not engage in personal attacks or ad hominem arguments.
    The statement engages in constructive dialogue by building on previous points in the thread without personal attacks.聽[+2]
  5. Principle 6:
    I will use my influence for the betterment of society.
    The statement aims to use influence to improve society by suggesting a model approach for the nation.聽[+2]
  6. Principle 7:
    I will uphold the principles of free speech and use my platform responsibly and with integrity.
    The statement upholds free speech by responsibly contributing to the public discourse on crime and community safety.聽[+2]