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IMO profiling is just a PR term for justifying prejudice.
We all think our shit don't stink, and there is always pride in one's "group".
Zulutango, you may be by the book and a great cop; as are a lot of cops.
But how is it so difficult to believe that so many cops are so wrong so many times?
It follows basic logic, that assholes who lack any real intellectual prowess to achieve positions of power in the private sector, would be attracted to a job (relatively easier to obtain) that allows them to assert power over people.
Once again, this may come off like I'm hating cops, I'm not; I think majority of the police force are individuals who are in it truly to better society. However, thinking that it's impossible for a cop not to be a saint is silly.
Personally, I've experienced comments of racist nature as well as comments slighting my wealth (and I'm not even that wealthy! my car is a dime a dozen in Vancouver). Because of these comments, I can only imagine their motivation behind choosing to pull over me. But mostly, the officers I've encountered have been courteous and respectful.
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