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Torchlight

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12. Masks that obscure identity shield agents from responsibility

Reply to Jilly_in_VA (Original post)

Fri Jun 27, 2025, 08:02 AM

Jun 27

enabling potential abuse without consequence.

In a free, open society, transparency in the exercise of government power is essential. Concealing masks erode that principle, fostering fear rather than confidence in law enforcement. Nothing says “public servant” like dressing for a bank robbery.

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Masked Arrests Must Stop: Lawmakers Roll Out New Bill [View all] Jilly_in_VA Jun 26 OP

Taking their masks off doesn't make their actions any more palatable. WhiskeyGrinder Jun 26 #1

Nope Jilly_in_VA Jun 26 #2

what does doxxing them do? WhiskeyGrinder Jun 26 #9

This message was self-deleted by its author WhiskeyGrinder Jun 26 #8

It makes them more accountable. n/t BlueSpot Jun 26 #10

How and for what? WhiskeyGrinder Jun 27 #11

If you are required to show your face and name/badge number BlueSpot Jun 27 #13

. WhiskeyGrinder Jun 27 #14

They must also carry proper ID on them too sakabatou Jun 26 #3

Kick Demovictory9 Jun 26 #4

Kick Hekate Jun 26 #5

I'll be shocked if any GOP legislator signs on to the bill. TomSlick Jun 26 #6

Nothing will happen purple_haze Jun 26 #7

Masks that obscure identity shield agents from responsibility Torchlight Jun 27 #12

Every thing secret degenerates, even the administration of justice; Ping Tung Jun 27 #15