Law enforcement Quote by Radley Balko

“Law enforcement is just like any other interest group,” Santarelli says. “They’re always after greater power.” quote by Radley Balko — Download Open image

““Law enforcement is just like any other interest group,” Santarelli says. “They’re always after greater power.””

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