Michael Schellenberger

Rank 40 of 47

Score -90

-3

California has half the population as Germany and a bigger economy. We pay the highest taxes by far. And yet, not only does LA have nearly half the police per capita as Chicago, Mayor @KarenBassLA wants to lay-off 400 police officers.

6/9/2025, 2:48:29 AM

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Michael Shellenberger

@shellenberger

Everybody in L.A. knows there aren't enough police officers. It has little more than half as many per capita as Chicago. And yet @GavinNewsom @MayorOfLA @KamalaHarris and *every single* Democratic governor opposed calling out the National Guard.

Michael Shellenberger

@shellenberger

There's no shortage of police in L.A., said @GavinNewsom a few hours ago. In fact, L.A. has far fewer police per capita than other big cities. And now, the protesters have overrun the police and blocked the highway. Video: @AnthonyCabassa_

The statement engages in public discourse by discussing public safety, taxation, and political decisions in Los Angeles. It critiques local government actions and compares police staffing levels across cities, implying a need for more police officers. The tone is critical and suggests dissatisfaction with current policies.

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I will strive to do no harm with my words and actions.
The statement could be seen as potentially harmful by implying that reducing police numbers is inherently negative without considering broader social implications. [-1]
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It does not engage in direct harassment or hate speech, but it does criticize public figures and policies.
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The statement lacks empathy and understanding for differing perspectives on police funding and public safety. [-1]
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The statement engages in criticism but does not offer constructive dialogue or solutions, focusing instead on blaming specific political figures. [-1]