Cop kneels with protesters despite his colleague's attempts to stop him

[geusst1235 5,398]

If this is real then good on him for kneeling a second time despite the forceful attempts to make him stand. He should not have to be reprimanded for actually creating a more positive, welcoming environment for the protesters and kneeling in solidarity for something he seemingly believes in.

Also just to be clear, I am not using this post as some weird, pseudo defence of the abhorrent actions of various officers around the country. In fact, I simply wanted to share something that may showcases how officers will force each other into disassociating/believing that the enemy is the protesters. As several users below have pointed out, this could easily be propaganda. If that isn't the case however, then this clip is incredibly disconcerting as it further demonstrates the vitriol that permeates this entire system.

[Gypsy 3,826]

Propaganda. He should quit instead.

[blankpaper 21]

It’s just performative. They do this and then right after pictures are taken they tear gas the people in front of them 

[geusst1235 5,398]

10 minutes ago, Gypsy said:

Propaganda. He should quit instead.

After this I wouldn't be surprised if he was legitimately fired honestly (if this is real). As we all know, it wouldn't be the first time a good cop was fired for doing something legitimately good.

https://www.theroot.com/the-price-a-cop-paid-for-crossing-the-blue-line-1790858428

https://news.wbfo.org/post/evicted-former-police-officer-claims-retaliation

[geusst1235 5,398]

14 minutes ago, blankpaper said:

It’s just performative. They do this and then right after pictures are taken they tear gas the people in front of them 

Well in regards to this instance they literally dragged him back as it was only him doing it, so it could be the case of a newer recruit basically being silenced which would also be incredibly disconcerting and further showcase the type of vitrol that plagues this system.

[SCHEISSEMONTRE 2,783]

its propaganda 

[The Child 18,997]

[geusst1235 5,398]

4 minutes ago, SCHEISSEMONTRE said:

its propaganda 

Probably, but I wouldn't see how the majority of officers forcing one guy to stand would translate into good propaganda. Then again in actuality, I don't think that they'd probably care at all oof.

[Guest]

18 minutes ago, blankpaper said:

It’s just performative. They do this and then right after pictures are taken they tear gas the people in front of them 

Alot of them yes, but alot do it and continue to support protestors like in Flint Michigan. Some cops were fired for kneeling so it was real.

[geusst1235 5,398]

16 minutes ago, The Child said:

No offense, but then why would you comment exactly? I'm simply sharing something that may actually be an example of either cops forcing other (possible newer) cops to dissociate and ignore the protesters, or as others have pointed out it may be an example of propaganda. If the first theory is correct, then it's nice to see at least someone trying to stand up for what they believe in. In addition, it's also terrifying since this is unequivocally happening more and more often with even more cops that are slowly being molded into dissociated, angry people who gleefully jump at the first chance to assault peaceful protesters.

[Antonio 27,829]

They do it for Facebook moms who will see these pictures and believe them 

[The Child 18,997]

10 minutes ago, WholesomeOOf said:

No offense, but then why would you comment exactly? I'm simply sharing something that may actually be an example of either cops forcing other (possible newer) cops to dissociate and ignore the protesters, or as others have pointed out it may be an example of propaganda. If the first theory is correct, then it's nice to see at least someone trying to stand up for what they believe in. In addition, it's also terrifying since this is unequivocally happening more and more often with even more cops that are slowly being molded into dissociated, angry people who gleefully jump at the first chance to assault peaceful protesters.

This is pure propaganda and it is so DISRESPECTFUL towards victims of police violence.

[geusst1235 5,398]

6 minutes ago, The Child said:

This is pure propaganda and it is so DISRESPECTFUL towards victims of police violence.

Are you stating that the propaganda is disrespectful or my post is? I'm genuinely confused in regards to that bit. I don't see how pointing out a possible example of cops literally spreading toxicity and squashing individual thinking would be disrespectful.

[Adakam 2]

As long as he is carrying the badge, hes part of the problem. ACAB.

[geusst1235 5,398]

2 minutes ago, Adakam said:

As long as he is carrying the badge, hes part of the problem. ACAB.

Well hopefully he either realizes what's happening and quits (if this is real), or they may even fire him.