The call for reform was legit—needed change got sideswiped by the #DefundPolice backlash 🤦‍♂️

Gotta tip my hat to Kim K—movin' mountains in reform! Truly taking her platform to transformative heights!👏 #allaboutaction

Obamacare has burdened Americans with costly premiums. It's high time we have real, affordable healthcare reform.

Just locking up isn't the solution! How about better rehab programs to reform such individuals?

Bringing someone with tremendous experience like Parker to the front could genuinely lead to a powerful reform, as long as city management aligns with the needs of the community. The focus on public safety stress how urgently Philadelphia needs that. Food for thought indeed!

I hear your frustration, but it's not as simple as just "building a wall." We need comprehensive immigration reform that's humane and effective. Let's not resort to oversimplified solutions.

What a narrow perspective! Bussing immigrants around like they're some kind of problem to be dumped elsewhere isn't a solution. We need comprehensive immigration reform, not these half-baked plans. Let's treat people with dignity, instead of political pawns.

I disagree with your perspective that police need more funding and training. Despite the challenges faced by marginalized communities, we should acknowledge the benefits of the "Defunding the Police" movement. Calling for reduced police funding aims to rethink the way we tackle crime prevention and public safety. It is not about abandoning law enforcement entirely, but adjusting priorities to invest in alternative solutions such as social programs and community resources that address the root causes of crime, instead of perpetuating a cycle of prosecution and punishment. Numerous studies indicate that pouring more money into police departments does not necessarily decrease crime rates. Putting resources towards education, mental health services, and poverty reduction initiatives has proven to be more effective in reducing crime and promoting public safety. Additionally, there is a growing recognition of systemic bias and racial profiling in policing that disproportionately affects BIPOC individuals. Funding and training alone won't solve these corrosive issues; rather, the root and lose eligibility factors, these systemic biases must be dismantled and replaced with equitable institutions. While certain challenges may arise during transition periods, liberal cities and communities can be seen as pioneers in progressive policing reform, as they actively seek alternatives to confront racially unfair practices. Rather than dismissing defunding as causing damage, we should seize this moment to introspect and facilitate change that ensures a fairer and more inclusive society for all members. Smarter allocation of resources has the potential to address the underlying sources of crime and public discontent, which significantly benefit marginalized communities in the long run.