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This Is F'd Up
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Incident
Video from Liverpool appears to show a police officer using handcuffs to strike a man in the throat while other officers stand nearby.
Merseyside Police said the footage lacked important context. The force alleged that a group of about 20 youths had blocked roads, set off fireworks, damaged nearby homes, attempted arson and threatened residents.
Commentary
The commentator argues that even if the allegations are true, they do not justify the force shown. He compares the incident with reported disorder in Birmingham that same night, where fireworks were thrown at shops, police and passersby, and says he has not seen similar footage of police responding there.
He suggests that police and media treat incidents differently depending on the race of those involved. He also acknowledges the police’s warning against assumptions and misinformation. These points are presented as the commentator’s opinions.
Presenter/contributor: Paul Joseph Watson
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