“The lack of morale has resulted in a condition of stagnation commonly referred to as the “Ferguson effect” – cops intentionally standing down on the job to avoid potential encounters out of fear of demonization. The Ferguson effect has been cited as the reason for violent spikes in cities nationwide.”

“The lack of morale has resulted in a condition of stagnation commonly referred to as the “Ferguson effect” – cops intentionally standing down on the job to avoid potential encounters out of fear of demonization. The Ferguson effect has been cited as the reason for violent spikes in cities nationwide.”

— Taleeb Starkes