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Anne of Green Gables

'Anne of Green Gables' is a beloved children's novel by L.M. Montgomery. The story revolves around Anne Shirley, a young girl with a vivid imagination and a strong sense of justice. After being mistakenly sent to live with the spinster sisters Marilla and Matthew Cuthbert on Prince Edward Island, Anne quickly becomes a beloved member of the family. The novel is filled with her mischievous antics, her deep friendships, and her quest to find her place in the world. It is celebrated for its warmth, humor, and its exploration of themes such as identity, imagination, and the importance of family. more

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“What if instead of telling officers they have a right to go home safe, police training focused on reminding officers that members of the public have a right to go home safe? What if we reminded officers that they are voluntarily taking a risky job, and that if someone dies because of a mistake, it’s better that it be a police officer who is trained and paid to take risks than a member of the public?”

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“policing is not a malevolent conspiracy; most police officers take seriously their role as public servants. The widely publicized incidents of police violence and abuse often lead us to forget that the vast majority of police officers spend the vast majority of their time helping people who ask for their help. Americans call 911 both in genuine emergencies and for trivial reasons, and police officers don’t get to choose whether to respond.”

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