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In light of the police rulings, hard-core conservatives appear to be confused...

Over the past 20-30 years, it's become increasingly clear where the two political parties stand on the issue of authority. While Democrats have tended to say things such as, "Government can help. We can do some good. We can make a positive difference in people's lives," Republicans have tended to say, "Government is evil! Don't trust anyone! Everyone is out to get you! We're now living in a police state!" Yes, I may have slightly exaggerated there, but you get the point. This is why I've been so befuddled by many conservatives' responses to the non-indictments of police officers Darren Wilson and Daniel Pantaleo, in the killings of Michael Brown and Eric Garner. Such individuals have defended the police of their actions by saying things such as: - "They were just doing their jobs." - "What else were they supposed to do?" - "You shouldn't say anything to the police. Everyone knows that." - "Ga...