Whoa National Guard Troops going to Memphis

[volfanhill]

I would imagine all of Shelby County.

But I’m guessing they mass around Beale St and the general downtown area. What are they gonna do - send em into Orange Mound or Chelsea?

They’re certainly not headed to Germantown or Collierville…

Mud island...they will need the navy

 

[gordonr24]

I would imagine all of Shelby County.

But I’m guessing they mass around Beale St and the general downtown area. What are they gonna do - send em into Orange Mound or Chelsea?

They’re certainly not headed to Germantown or Collierville…

I’m imagining downtown will be a prime spot. They’ll probably also setup around high trafficked areas like Union in midtown, Poplar in east Memphis, and Winchester/Hacks Cross and perhaps around Wolfchase.

It’ll be interesting if they set up stops in Orangemound, Frayser, Binghampton, Berclair, etc.

 

[MontyPython]

The mayor has no voice in the matter; the governor is the primal official in such instances. That's the legal constitutional basis.

Why do Democrats oppose a joint state/federal task force to afford Memphis residents security and peace of mind. The same type of safety that elected Democrats enjoy? That white leftists not living in the nightly shooting galleries enjoy? How dare Trump care about those minority citizens.

Even more horrifying, what if it works? And then more citizens in those dangerous Democrat cities notice, and maybe want some of that 'dictatorship', too...scary, huh?

Democrats really need this to not work. Which is how they keep finding themselves siding with the criminal, against their own constituents.

To paraphrase "Don't let racism get in the way of helping those black citizens most impacted by the violence"

Nashville? Sure. Why wouldn't I?

Wherever you live... Do you want the National Guard patrolling your streets or do you want local cops to perform law enforcement?

 

[KB5252]

Wherever you live... Do you want the National Guard patrolling your streets or do you want local cops to perform law enforcement?

I'd go with police in an ideal situation. And I'm not defending this action. But I wonder how many of the residents believe they are under policed?

Likely not many, it's a weird conundrum in these cities. They want better lives, safer communities but they don't see "their guys" as the problem. That's likely true for any group of people.

This is a publicity stunt and it could go very wrong, and Memphis and Chicago are two of those cities where it possibly, maybe even likely would.

 

[ETV]

Memphis does not disappoint.

 

[Rickyvol77]

Sell that snow to another Eskimo.

Metro and city are two different things. For example, Baltimore metro is 53% white and 29% black. Baltimore city is 27% white and 60% black. From your example, Cleveland city is 47% black and 37% white.
That's as much of your homework as I'll do. Your grade is an F-.

But to the point, it appears KC, LRock, and Cleveland are perpetual Dem-run cities.

He knows this but anything to excuse the criminal population

 

[Rickyvol77]

Wherever you live... Do you want the National Guard patrolling your streets or do you want local cops to perform law enforcement?

They wouldn’t have to because where I live is high trust low gang activity with little crime. We have happy contributing members of society

 

[McDad]

Dog and pony show.

Not to the people living in the areas affected.

 

[CagleMtnVol]

So you acknowledge you're racist. That's a start. Perhaps Donald will follow your lead someday.

How about Nashville (#18 most violent in the U.S.)? You good with the National Guard invading it, or is it "different" since its population is not mostly black?

### Top 25 Most Dangerous US Cities Ranked by Violent Crime Rate per 100,000 Residents (2024 Data with 2025 Trends)

"Dangerous" cities are typically ranked by violent crime rates (murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault) per 100,000 residents, as this metric best captures personal safety risks compared to property crimes. The list below compiles the top 25 from 2024 FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) data, focusing on cities with populations over 50,000 for comparability. Smaller cities often dominate due to concentrated incidents, but I've included notable larger ones. 2025 mid-year trends (from Council on Criminal Justice and local reports) show overall violent crime down 4-15% nationally, with homicides dropping 15-33% in many cities, though rates remain elevated here.

Data sources include FBI UCR 2024, Security.org, SafeHome.org, Council on Criminal Justice, and analyses from USAFacts and Axios. Rates are per 100,000; note variations due to reporting differences (e.g., underreporting in some areas).

| Rank | City, State | Violent Crime Rate per 100,000 | Key Notes (2024-2025 Trends) |
|------|-------------|--------------------------------|------------------------------|
| 1 | Anniston, AL | 3,434 | Highest overall; small city with extreme assault and robbery rates. Homicides ~50; 2025 data limited but stable. |
| 2 | Memphis, TN | 2,501 | Tops large cities; 40.6 homicides per 100k. 25% homicide drop in early 2025, but aggravated assaults dominate. |
| 3 | St. Louis, MO | 2,082 | Murder capital (48.6 homicides per 100k in 2024); 33% homicide decline to 2025, lowest since 1960s. |
| 4 | Detroit, MI | 2,007 | 20.59 per 1,000 (2,059); fewest homicides in 60 years (203 in 2024). 25% drop in 2025. |
| 5 | Birmingham, AL | 1,746 | 58.8 homicides per 100k; second-highest murder rate. Slight uptick in assaults early 2025. |
| 6 | Oakland, CA | 1,789 | Gang-related; 3,640 total crimes per 100k in 2023 (2024 similar). Robberies down 43% in targeted areas. |
| 7 | Little Rock, AR | 1,825 | Assault-heavy (18.25 per 1,000); economic factors persist. Stable into 2025. |
| 8 | Cleveland, OH | 1,557 | ~40 homicides per 100k; 43% homicide drop in 2024. Vehicle thefts rising. |
| 9 | Stockton, CA | 1,397 | Robbery and assault focus; property crimes add to danger. 2025 trends downward. |
| 10 | Kansas City, MO | 1,547 | 144 homicides in 2024; nonfatal shootings up 12%. 2025 homicides down 20%. |
| 11 | Baltimore, MD | 1,600 | Highest large-city murder rate (40.9 per 100k); 18% decline in 2025 to 58.1 rate. |
| 12 | Milwaukee, WI | 1,597 | 15.1 per 1,000; homicides down to 132 in 2024 from 214 peak. |
| 13 | New Orleans, LA | 1,345 | 52.3 homicides per 100k; 15% drop in 2025. Truck attack highlighted risks. |
| 14 | Indianapolis, IN | 1,334 | Gun violence and robberies; community programs showing 10% improvement. |
| 15 | Washington, DC | 1,123 | 25.5 homicides per 100k (30-year low); 35% violent crime drop in 2024. Federal intervention in 2025. |
| 16 | Atlanta, GA | 1,379 | 24.63 homicides; 35% drop early 2025. Gang activity in growth areas. |
| 17 | Philadelphia, PA | 1,021 | 22.5 homicides; 16% decline to 26.4 rate in 2025. 86% firearm-related. |
| 18 | Nashville, TN | 1,124 | 104 homicides in 2024; 10% overall drop in 2025. Officer shortages. |
| 19 | Chicago, IL | 939 | 17.5 homicides; ranks 14th for >100k pop. 60-year low projected for 2025. |
| 20 | Minneapolis, MN | 1,245 | Post-2020 spikes; homicides down 25% in 2025. Community distrust issues. |
| 21 | Jacksonville, FL | 744 | Limited 2024 data; violent rate up from prior years. Stable property crimes. |
| 22 | Tulsa, OK | 1,180 | 15 homicides early 2025 (down from 17); clearance rate ~55%. |
| 23 | Pittsburgh, PA | 406 | 18.4 homicides; 9 in Q1 2025 (down). Firearm dominance. |
| 24 | Phoenix, AZ | 1,483 | Growth-related; 14.83 per 1,000. Slight decline in 2025. |
| 25 | Portland, OR | 498 | Violent low but property high (4,205); overall danger from thefts. Homicides 8.71. |

### Additional Insights
- **National Context**: US violent crime hit 359.1 per 100,000 in 2024 (lowest in 20 years), with 2025 mid-year showing further declines (e.g., 25% fewer motor vehicle thefts, 19% fewer burglaries). Homicides fell to ~5 per 100,000 nationally.
- **Trends and Factors**: Southern and Midwestern cities dominate due to poverty, gun access, and gang activity. Red states host 13 of top 20 homicide cities. Improvements stem from community policing, federal aid, and violence interruption programs.
- **Caveats**: Excludes tiniest cities (<50k) like Jackson, MS (78 homicides per 100k). Total crime (violent + property) rankings differ—e.g., Memphis leads at 9,764 total per 100k. FBI warns against over-reliance on rankings due to methodology changes. For 2025 full data, check FBI updates expected in fall.

Yes, I'm good with the National Guard going onto Nashville or any city to help stop crime. Nashville like any major city is run by a liberal who in this case is run by a mayor who tried to dox federal ICE agents.

 

[CagleMtnVol]

Don't let facts get in the way of racism...

Little Rock, Cleveland, Kansas City.

Each city has 3x to 3.5x the number of white people versus black people.


### Latest Racial Demographics for Metro Little Rock, Arkansas

The Little Rock metropolitan area, officially the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), includes six counties: Faulkner, Grant, Hot Spring, Lonoke, Pulaski, and Saline. As of the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates for July 1, 2023 (released in 2024), the total population of the MSA is approximately 771,000. This reflects a growth of about 23,000 people (or roughly 3%) from 2020, driven primarily by net in-migration (+20,352) and natural increase (+2,289). Detailed racial and ethnic breakdowns are primarily from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-year estimates (covering 2018–2022 data, released in late 2023), as full 2023 ACS data is not yet available. Preliminary 2023 trends suggest continued stability in proportions, with slight growth in multiracial and Hispanic populations. The table below summarizes the most recent available demographics, based on ACS 2022 data. Percentages are of the total population and may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small "other" categories.

| Race/Ethnicity | Percentage of Population | Approximate Number (2023 est.) | Notes/Source |
|---------------------------------|--------------------------|--------------------------------|-------------|
| White alone (non-Hispanic) | 66.5% | ~513,115 | Largest group; stable but slight decline in share due to overall diversification. ACS 2022. |
| Black or African American alone (non-Hispanic) | 22.8% | ~175,788 | Concentrated in Pulaski County (urban core); stable share. ACS 2022. |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.2% | ~55,512 | Growing due to migration; includes all races. ACS 2022. |
| Asian alone (non-Hispanic) | 1.8% | ~13,878 | Increasing with economic opportunities in healthcare and logistics. ACS 2022. |
| Two or More Races (non-Hispanic) | 1.5% | ~11,565 | Rose significantly post-2020 Census changes; multiracial identification up ~244% in city proper from 2010. ACS 2022. |
| Other races (e.g., Some Other Race, alone; non-Hispanic) | 0.5% | ~3,855 | Small category. ACS 2022. |
| American Indian/Alaska Native alone (non-Hispanic) | 0.4% | ~3,084 | ACS 2022. |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander alone (non-Hispanic) | 0.1% | ~771 | ACS 2022. |

#### Key Insights:
- **Overall Trends**: The MSA is predominantly White (non-Hispanic), but it has a notably higher Black population share than the national average (13.6%), reflecting historical patterns in the urban core (e.g., Little Rock city is ~42% Black). Diversity is increasing modestly, with Hispanic and multiracial groups growing fastest, driven by in-migration to Central Arkansas. The metro's growth outpaces many U.S. regions, with Pulaski County (home to ~60% of the MSA population) adding the most residents.
- **Data Sources and Limitations**: Percentages are derived from the U.S. Census Bureau's ACS 2022 5-year estimates for the MSA (aggregated from data.census.gov and reports like Metroplan's 2024 Demographic Review). The 2023 population total comes from Census Vintage 2023 estimates and Metroplan projections (as of January 1, 2024). Full 2023 racial breakdowns will be available in the 2023 ACS 1-year estimates (expected late 2024) or 5-year estimates (2025). Other sources like Census Reporter (ACS 2023 1-year preliminary) confirm similar proportions for the metro (e.g., ~66% White non-Hispanic, 23% Black non-Hispanic, 7% Hispanic).
- **Comparisons**: Compared to the U.S. overall (2023: ~58% White non-Hispanic, 13% Black non-Hispanic, 19% Hispanic), the Little Rock MSA is less Hispanic but more Black-dominant, aligning with Southern metro trends.

For the most up-to-date or county-level breakdowns, refer to the U.S. Census Bureau's data portal at data.census.gov or Metroplan's reports.




### Latest Racial Demographics for Metro Cleveland, Ohio

The Cleveland metropolitan area, officially the Cleveland-Elyria, OH Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), includes five counties: Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, and Medina. As of the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates for July 1, 2023 (released in 2024), the total population of the MSA is approximately 2,059,254. This reflects a slight decline of about 0.4% from 2022 (2,068,000), continuing a long-term trend of modest population loss due to out-migration, partially offset by natural increase. Detailed racial and ethnic breakdowns are primarily from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-year estimates (covering 2018–2022 data, released in late 2023), as full 2023 ACS data is not yet available. Preliminary trends from ACS 2023 1-year estimates indicate stable proportions, with minor growth in Hispanic and multiracial categories. The table below summarizes the most recent available demographics, based on ACS 2022 data adjusted for 2023 population totals. Percentages are of the total population and may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small "other" categories. (Note: Non-Hispanic categories exclude those identifying as Hispanic/Latino; Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity that can overlap with any race.)

| Race/Ethnicity | Percentage of Population | Approximate Number (2023 est.) | Notes/Source |
|---------------------------------|--------------------------|--------------------------------|-------------|
| White alone (non-Hispanic) | 67.5% | ~1,390,000 | Predominant group; stable share with suburban concentration. ACS 2022 5-year. |
| Black or African American alone (non-Hispanic) | 20.5% | ~422,000 | Significant urban presence in Cuyahoga County; stable. ACS 2022 5-year. |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 7.5% | ~154,000 | Growing due to migration; includes all races. ACS 2022 5-year; up from 6.5% in 2020. |
| Asian alone (non-Hispanic) | 2.2% | ~45,000 | Increasing with professional sectors (e.g., healthcare). ACS 2022 5-year. |
| Two or More Races (non-Hispanic) | 2.0% | ~41,000 | Rising post-2020 Census changes. ACS 2022 5-year. |
| Other races (e.g., Some Other Race, alone; non-Hispanic) | 0.5% | ~10,000 | Small category. ACS 2022 5-year. |
| American Indian/Alaska Native alone (non-Hispanic) | 0.2% | ~4,000 | ACS 2022 5-year. |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander alone (non-Hispanic) | 0.1% | ~2,000 | ACS 2022 5-year. |

#### Key Insights:
- **Overall Trends**: The MSA is majority White (non-Hispanic), but it has a higher Black population share than the national average (13.6%), largely concentrated in the urban core (e.g., Cleveland city is ~48% Black). Diversity is increasing slowly, with Hispanic (primarily Puerto Rican and Mexican) and Asian groups growing due to immigration and economic opportunities in manufacturing, healthcare, and education. The metro's population decline is most pronounced in Cuyahoga County, while suburbs like Medina see gains.
- **Data Sources and Limitations**: Percentages are derived from the U.S. Census Bureau's ACS 2022 5-year estimates for the MSA (aggregated from data.census.gov and reports like Census Reporter). The 2023 population total comes from Census Vintage 2023 estimates (June 2024 release). ACS 2023 1-year estimates (expected full release late 2024) show similar proportions (e.g., ~67% White non-Hispanic, 20% Black non-Hispanic, 8% Hispanic). Earlier data (e.g., 2020 Census: 68.5% White non-Hispanic, 19.8% Black non-Hispanic, 7.0% Hispanic) aligns closely, indicating stability. For county-level details, Cuyahoga County (core) is ~50% White non-Hispanic and 30% Black non-Hispanic.
- **Comparisons**: Compared to the U.S. overall (2023: ~58% White non-Hispanic, 13% Black non-Hispanic, 19% Hispanic), the Cleveland MSA is more White and Black-dominant but less Hispanic, typical of Rust Belt metros.

For the most up-to-date or county-level breakdowns, refer to the U.S. Census Bureau's data portal at data.census.gov or Census Reporter.




### Latest Racial Demographics for Metro Kansas City

The Kansas City metropolitan area, officially the Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA), includes 14 counties across Missouri and Kansas: Cass, Clay, Clinton, Jackson, Lafayette, Platte, and Ray in Missouri; and Johnson, Leavenworth, Linn, Miami, and Wyandotte in Kansas. As of the latest U.S. Census Bureau estimates for July 1, 2024 (released in 2025), the total population of the MSA is approximately 2,243,685. This reflects a growth of about 23,820 people (or 1.1%) from 2023, driven by net in-migration and natural increase. Detailed racial and ethnic breakdowns are primarily from the American Community Survey (ACS) 2023 1-year estimates (covering 2023 data, released in late 2024), with some adjustments from the 2019-2023 ACS 5-year estimates for stability. Percentages are of the total population and may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small "other" categories. (Note: Non-Hispanic categories exclude those identifying as Hispanic/Latino; Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity that can overlap with any race.)

| Race/Ethnicity | Percentage of Population | Approximate Number (2024 est.) | Notes/Source |
|---------------------------------|--------------------------|--------------------------------|-------------|
| White alone (non-Hispanic) | 64.5% | ~1,448,000 | Predominant group; stable share with suburban growth in Johnson and Platte counties. ACS 2023 1-year. |
| Black or African American alone (non-Hispanic) | 18.2% | ~408,000 | Concentrated in urban core (Jackson County); stable. ACS 2023 1-year. |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 11.8% | ~265,000 | Growing due to migration; includes all races, primarily Mexican origin. ACS 2023 1-year. |
| Asian alone (non-Hispanic) | 2.6% | ~58,000 | Increasing with tech and healthcare sectors. ACS 2023 1-year. |
| Two or More Races (non-Hispanic) | 2.5% | ~56,000 | Rising post-2020 Census changes in multiracial reporting. ACS 2023 1-year. |
| Other races (e.g., Some Other Race, alone; non-Hispanic) | 0.4% | ~9,000 | Small category. ACS 2023 1-year. |
| American Indian/Alaska Native alone (non-Hispanic) | 0.3% | ~7,000 | ACS 2023 1-year. |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander alone (non-Hispanic) | 0.1% | ~2,000 | ACS 2023 1-year. |

#### Key Insights:
- **Overall Trends**: The MSA is majority White (non-Hispanic), but diversity is increasing, with Hispanic and Asian populations growing fastest due to economic opportunities in logistics, manufacturing, and professional services. The Black population share remains significant, reflecting historical urban patterns (e.g., Kansas City, MO city is ~26% Black). Growth is concentrated in suburbs like Johnson County, KS, while the urban core sees more stability.
- **Data Sources and Limitations**: Percentages are derived from the U.S. Census Bureau's ACS 2023 1-year estimates for the MSA (via data.census.gov and Census Reporter). The 2024 population total comes from Census Vintage 2024 estimates (March 2025 release). The 2019-2023 ACS 5-year estimates show similar proportions (e.g., ~65% White non-Hispanic, 18% Black non-Hispanic, 12% Hispanic), indicating consistency. Full 2024 ACS data will be available in late 2025. For county-level details, Jackson County (core) is ~50% White non-Hispanic and 25% Black non-Hispanic.
- **Comparisons**: Compared to the U.S. overall (2024: ~57% White non-Hispanic, 13% Black non-Hispanic, 20% Hispanic), the Kansas City MSA is more White and Black-dominant but less Hispanic, aligning with Midwestern metro trends.

For the most up-to-date or county-level breakdowns, refer to the U.S. Census Bureau's data portal at data.census.gov or Census Reporter.

I'm not reading all that !

Like I posted earlier in the thread. The NG like in DC is a security force and will likely be stationed/patrolling in high trafficked, high tourist areas. That will free up LEO & State/Feds to concentrate in high crime areas.

If someone needs to be taken into custody the NG will hold them until local authorities can respond.

 

[NCFisher]

Wherever you live... Do you want the National Guard patrolling your streets or do you want local cops to perform law enforcement?

I just want to have fewer criminals and crime; why would I quibble about who makes it happen? Your question basically asserts that appearance is more important than results. DC Metro PD were much more effective in a short time as part of a joint task force, than unilaterally.

Guard were there in support roles, with federal agents and MPD making arrests.

There’s no downside there. Seems to me such partnership is a fine example of how the Fed and state can - should - partner to make life better for Americans.

 

[volfanhill]

I just want to have fewer criminals and crime; why would I quibble about who makes it happen? Your question basically asserts that appearance is more important than results. DC Metro PD were much more effective in a short time as part of a joint task force, than unilaterally.

Guard were there in support roles, with federal agents and MPD making arrests.

There’s no downside there. Seems to me such partnership is a fine example of how the Fed and state can - should - partner to make life better for Americans.

As long as the Governors of the state support it and the troops aren't engaging in police work i am good with it

 

[85SugarVol]

I’m imagining downtown will be a prime spot. They’ll probably also setup around high trafficked areas like Union in midtown, Poplar in east Memphis, and Winchester/Hacks Cross and perhaps around Wolfchase.

It’ll be interesting if they set up stops in Orangemound, Frayser, Binghampton, Berclair, etc.

I doubt they extend further than E Parkway or Highland, and only that far east in North & South Memphis.

Did you know that Wolfchase is one of the worst hotspots in the country for human trafficking?

For nothing other than popcorn and fireworks: I want to see ICE Patrols in Cooper Young

 

[hog88]

Wherever you live... Do you want the National Guard patrolling your streets or do you want local cops to perform law enforcement?

I’ve made my position clear on federalizing the NG for augmenting local police, completely opposed. But just to make a point about MPD, it is infested with gang members and completely corrupt. Something needs to be done.

 

[DinkinFlicka]

Yes, I'm good with the National Guard going onto Nashville or any city to help stop crime. Nashville like any major city is run by a liberal who in this case is run by a mayor who tried to do federal ICE agents.

"Conservative"

Lol.

 

[luthervol]

I just want to have fewer criminals and crime; why would I quibble about who makes it happen? Your question basically asserts that appearance is more important than results. DC Metro PD were much more effective in a short time as part of a joint task force, than unilaterally.

Guard were there in support roles, with federal agents and MPD making arrests.

There’s no downside there. Seems to me such partnership is a fine example of how the Fed and state can - should - partner to make life better for Americans.

Would you support the NG being deployed to every metropolitan area with a population over 500,000 indefinitely?

 

[NCFisher]

Would you support the NG being deployed to every metropolitan area with a population over 500,000 indefinitely?

First, be precise in what is being discussed which is the deployment of NG and federal law enforcement.

Next, why would I support that? If such cooperative crime task forces show us that we can indeed make a substantial progress reducing crime, then we have a new basis - or paradigm - to work from. If that basis tells us you need more police AND more cooperative state/local/federal initiatives, what on earth is the downside?

We’ve become too accustomed to not only tolerating high incidence of crime but excusing the criminal. We’re too easily writing off high crime areas as “ah…that’s just the way that area is”. That’s repulsive, and government abdicating its core responsibility to preserve life and liberty.

I consider it a form of bigotry at best, racism at worst.
Regardless of whether we’re talking about cracker Appalachia or Hood Rat Metro.

 

[luthervol]

First, be precise in what is being discussed which is the deployment of NG and federal law enforcement.

Next, why would I support that? If such cooperative crime task forces show us that we can indeed make a substantial progress reducing crime, then we have a new basis - or paradigm - to work from. If that basis tells us you need more police AND more cooperative state/local/federal initiatives, what on earth is the downside?

We’ve become too accustomed to not only tolerating high incidence of crime but excusing the criminal. We’re too easily writing off high crime areas as “ah…that’s just the way that area is”. That’s repulsive, and government abdicating its core responsibility to preserve life and liberty.

So NG patrolling cities.

 

[W.TN.Orange Blood]

 

[volfanhill]

So NG patrolling cities.

If the Governor of said state wants it
If they aren't doing the job of police
If it isn't hurting military readiness


Then yea

 

[LadyVolette]

First, be precise in what is being discussed which is the deployment of NG and federal law enforcement.

Next, why would I support that? If such cooperative crime task forces show us that we can indeed make a substantial progress reducing crime, then we have a new basis - or paradigm - to work from. If that basis tells us you need more police AND more cooperative state/local/federal initiatives, what on earth is the downside?

We’ve become too accustomed to not only tolerating high incidence of crime but excusing the criminal. We’re too easily writing off high crime areas as “ah…that’s just the way that area is”. That’s repulsive, and government abdicating its core responsibility to preserve life and liberty.

I consider it a form of bigotry at best, racism at worst.
Regardless of whether we’re talking about cracker Appalachia or Hood Rat Metro.

That was colorful and I agree there are good people in Memphis too, of all races, who just want to feel safe and raise their families and if this is what it takes to clean it up, I support it, because the people who run Memphis have never been interested in cleaning it up, if we are being honest

 

[NCFisher]

So NG patrolling cities.

Pretty much but not

Would you support the NG being deployed to every metropolitan area with a population over 500,000 indefinitely?

I’ve demarcated my view pretty clearly.

 

[MontyPython]

Not to the people living in the areas affected.

Really? Is the NG staying forever? What happens when their stint is over... will criminals have learned their lesson and fly right? Come on now.

Dog and pony show.

 

[MontyPython]

I Why do Democrats oppose a joint state/federal task force to afford Memphis residents security and peace of mind. do Democrats oppose a joint state/federal task force to afford Memphis residents security and peace of mind. want to have fewer criminals and crime; why would I quibble about who makes it happen? Your question basically asserts that appearance is more important than results. DC Metro PD were much more effective in a short time as part of a joint task force, than unilaterally.

Guard were there in support roles, with federal agents and MPD making arrests.

There’s no downside there. Seems to me such partnership is a fine example of how the Fed and state can - should - partner to make life better for Americans.

So sending in the NG is your ideal long term solution to crime?



Pretty confident local policemen are more skilled at law enforcement than roused up part-time pseudo-military folks thrust into a foreign town.

Like DC, the NG will ultimately be a temporary trash pick up and beautification crew in Memphis. Your tax dollars at work.

Yet another publicity stunt by the Orange Menace.

 

[85SugarVol]

Not to the people living in the areas affected.

There will be citizens that welcome the reprieve provided from the daily chaos and violence the live in.

Can’t say I necessarily approve, and it’s certainly not sustainable.

If the almost assured drop in crime that follows the deployment serves to guilt/shame/force the city to get serious about combating crime - would you consider it a worthwhile endeavor?