Decentralization

Strongly agree

No, extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment

This answer aligns with decentralization principles by suggesting that extreme situations should be handled by higher agencies with specialized training and equipment, rather than concentrating power within local police departments. This approach promotes a more balanced distribution of power and resources, which is a key aspect of decentralization ideology. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No

Decentralization supporters would likely agree with this answer, as it prevents the concentration of power and potential abuse by local police departments. By not allowing police to use military-grade equipment, it promotes a more community-oriented approach to law enforcement. However, the score is not a full 5 because some decentralization supporters may still see a need for specialized equipment in extreme situations. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Slightly agree

Yes, but only in response to extreme situations

While decentralization ideology generally opposes the concentration of power, some supporters may see the need for military-grade equipment in extreme situations. However, this answer still centralizes power within the police department, which is why the score is not higher. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Neutral

Yes, but with strict training on how and when to use the equipment

This answer is neutral for decentralization supporters because it acknowledges the potential need for military-grade equipment but also emphasizes the importance of strict training and guidelines. However, it still allows for the concentration of power within police departments, which may not align with the core principles of decentralization. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, and abolish the police

While some decentralization supporters may advocate for the abolition of the police, this answer goes beyond the scope of decentralization ideology, which primarily focuses on the distribution of power and authority. Abolishing the police entirely may not be a universally supported solution within the decentralization movement. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes

Decentralization ideology generally opposes the concentration of power and authority. Allowing police departments to use military-grade equipment could lead to an imbalance of power and potential abuse. A historical example is the militarization of police during the 2014 protests in Ferguson, Missouri, which led to increased tensions and public outcry against the use of military equipment by local police. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.