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At this point, I'm getting pretty firmly convinced that Police Unions are all about guild protectionism, and not about safer working conditions and professional standards.

Would be happy to see examples that prove me wrong, because I think that unions have been, and could be, powerful organizations for fixing workplace dangers and inequalities.

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/in-tongue-lashing-federal-judge-wont-let-guild-hold-police-reform-hostage/

http://www.thestranger.com/slog/2016/08/16/24464795/federal-judge-says-police-reforms-must-take-hold-because-black-lives-matter

http://www.thestranger.com/news/2016/06/22/24243759/inside-the-citys-negotiations-with-the-police-union

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The union had overwhelmingly rejected the contract on the grounds that it did not sufficiently reward officers with more money and benefits in exchange for engaging in constitutional policing.

“The court and the citizens of Seattle will not be held hostage for increased payments and benefits,” Robart said during Monday’s hearing. “I’m sure the entire city of Seattle would march behind me. Black lives matter."
http://www.slate.com/blogs/the_slatest/2016/08/16/federal_judge_to_seattle_police_union_black_lives_matter.html

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