Week 1 Discussion 2: What and How, Versus Who

Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Answer the following questions:

  • Do you consider yourself more of a public-order advocate or a due-process advocate, in general?
    • What is more important to you, personally: protecting individual rights or making society safer?
    • Why did you not choose the opposite position?
  • What are the positive aspects of your chosen position for purposes of law enforcement?
  • What are the negative aspects, if any, of your chosen position for purposes of law enforcement?
  • What are the positive aspects of your chosen position for purposes of corrections?
  • What are the negative aspects, if any, of your chosen position for purposes of corrections?