What are the positives and the negatives?

  • TheGalacticVoid
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    7 months ago

    Just as an aside, I’ve really only had 1 negative experience with a cop and have met many great cops as of late. I’m a Texan, and I’m definitely not white. I wanted to mention this because even though police forces as institutions have huge issues, the people in them are just as varied as everybody else. I doubt it’s just your race - your area probably has plenty of good apples.

    Anyway, I hope stuff gets better! Hopefully you’ll get the treatment(s) you need and can find a stable living situation soon.

    • kora@lemmy.blahaj.zone
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      7 months ago

      I’m sure. I am in the twin cities though, so its pretty verified that they aren’t awesome here.

      Thanks! You should leave texas, its slowly chewing its own foot off.

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        7 months ago

        Nah, I’d rather make it better. Outside of what’s politicized, I think we have potential.

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          7 months ago

          Maybe, but it just isn’t safe for women or us gays/trans, especially when it comes to healthcare.

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            7 months ago

            More of a reason for me to stay and vote. I don’t plan on having children soon, and me leaving the state won’t make it any better for other Texans who can’t leave even if they need to.

            Regardless, even if I can’t make the state better for women or LGBT+ people, there’s always a different group I can make it better for.