But despite this selfless service-of these two officers and countless others like them across the country-in some American communities, people view the police not as allies, but as antagonists, and think of them not with respect or gratitude, but with suspicion and distrust. (James Comey)

But despite this selfless service-of these two officers and countless others like them across the country-in some American communities, people view the police not as allies, but as antagonists, and think of them not with respect or gratitude, but with suspicion and distrust.

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