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> Why hide it if it’s legal?

Legal and moral are two different things, and the police is a public service. Public trust and perception are important because they give legitimacy to government.

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My rhetorical question was more a play on the common refrain by police supporters “why not X if you have nothing to hide?” But perhaps was too dry to notice without body language.

Agree with your statement.

Also PR problem. Public opinions can trigger state/congress to make service illegal or limited.

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