Police Surveillance

Atlanta police surveil people opposing ‘Cop City’: ‘There’s this constant stalking feeling’ | Atlanta

I can’t help but feel a sense of unease and discomfort when I read about the Atlanta police surveilling people who are opposing the construction of ‘Cop City.’ It’s concerning to think that individuals who are peacefully expressing their dissent are being subjected to what feels like constant stalking by those who are supposed to protect and serve the community.

The very idea of ‘Cop City,’ a training facility for police officers, seems to exacerbate the already strained relationship between law enforcement and the citizens they are meant to serve. Instead of fostering trust and understanding, it appears to be creating an atmosphere of fear and intimidation, leaving residents feeling like they are living in a police state.… Continue reading