The Daily Populous

An Australian journalist and cameraman have been assaulted by US police while reporting on protests outside the White House.

Both were shot with rubber bullets and struggled to breathe after tear gas was thrown at the crowd.

Reporter Tim Arvier said his cameraman and security guard were handcuffed but the officers were respectful and soon let the Australian crew go. »

In this vein, we note with a sense of both sadness and irony a couple of articles recently called to our attention.

As laws become increasingly strict for seat belts, fewer people will respond positively by buckling up in response to the laws.

Derek Kieper was a smart, funny, intense young man who relished a good debate and would do anything for his friends. »

The Trump administration attempted to block U.S.-based manufacturer 3M from filling a huge order of medical-grade face masks from Ontario this spring, before relenting.

The Trump government also cut U.S. funding to the World Health Organization amid the pandemic, citing concerns with the way the organization had managed the crisis.

The four Minneapolis police officers were fired and one was charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter of Mr. Floyd. »

And there have certainly been instances in the past where officers crossed a line and, as a result, people got hurt or died.

But you have to understand these are only a tiny fraction of the thousands of police officers working in the world today.

And because they’re the best hitter on the police softball team, and we really want to win the league this year!. »