Philadelphia police say eight officers who were fired or disciplined after a TV news helicopter captured video of them beating three suspects are getting their jobs back or punishments reduced. [More]Now, now, settle down--I'm sure you and I would get a second chance if we beat the hell out of eight thug Philly "Only Ones." Besides, what better way to discourage future institutionally-sanctioned brutality than by giving out wrist slaps?
[Via Harvey]
and what better way to encourage extra-legal application of justice by citizens who can't trust the law?
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