Episode
6
Why Can't SF Keep Its Police Fully Staffed?
In this episode of "We Are San Francisco," host Ben Kaplan interviews Supervisor Matt Dorsey about the city's police staffing crisis. Dorsey proposes the Police Full Staffing Act, a charter amendment aimed at establishing minimum staffing levels and creating a police recruiting fund. The discussion centers on the necessity of a fully staffed police department for law enforcement and community safety.
In this episode of "We Are San Francisco," host Ben Kaplan engages in a compelling discussion with Supervisor Matt Dorsey about the city's police staffing crisis. Dorsey introduces the Police Full Staffing Act, a charter amendment proposing minimum staffing levels and a new police recruiting fund. Drawing from his extensive experience in law and police communications, Dorsey shares personal stories of battling substance abuse and living as an HIV-positive individual, highlighting the urgent need to address public safety. This episode delves into the complexities of police recruitment, the necessity for departmental reform, and the importance of voter engagement and legislative action in ensuring community safety.
