Resolution to End Defunding the Police in Seattle
Seattle council member's resolution may end commitments to defund the police, reversing prior pledges. The resolution focuses on appreciating first responders, police accountability, diversified public safety response, and consent decree progress.
Key Points
- Resolution reverses commitments to defund the police
- Supported by four council members
- Acknowledges past mistakes and aims for a better public safety model
Pros
- Appreciation for first responders
- Focus on police accountability
- Diversified public safety response
- Acknowledgment of failure of defund movement
Cons
- Potential backlash from activists who support defunding the police
- Divisiveness within the community