The NYPD

We understand that the police are caught between or among opposing pressures and are therefore sensitive to adopting simplistic positions on issues like minority frisks, ticketing quotas, courtesy, wearing their hats, and getting cops out of radio cars.  But being sensitive does not mean we bow out.  It means we think before we take a position. 

Take quotas, for example.  We are in favor of having them, as long as the added pressure of a quota does not result in abuse.  We see nothing wrong with telling a beat-cop to write ten tickets every day.  We think that results in more orderly streets and more disciplined drivers.   

This for starters.  We will periodically add to this column by addressing other issues relating the the NYPD.