Do we need more police on the streets?
There should be more police officers on the streets.
- Strongly agree
- Somewhat agree
- Somewhat disagree
- Strongly disagree
What's at stake: The debate is about what brings crime down: a police presence that deters, or prevention that acts on the causes.
The left's argument
More police doesn't tackle the causes of crime: prevention is the better investment.
The centre's argument
More community police officers, well known to residents and present over the long term.
The right's argument
A police presence deters and reassures. Struggling neighbourhoods ask for it first.
And you, where do you stand?
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