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Repairing Broken Windows and Broken Trust: Combating Disinformation and Extremism in Law Enforcement through Civics and National Service

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This review investigates the relationship between right-wing authoritarianism (RWA) and social dominance orientation (SDO) in the context of extremist movements fueled by disinformation and the rise of authoritarian political support in the United States, with a particular focus on the implications for American law enforcement. The author proposes that comprehensive civics education, incorporating both civic literacy and service-learning as its pillars, could serve as an effective intervention in mitigating the development of RWA and SDO traits within law enforcement, ultimately reinforcing the rule of law, improving police-community relations, and strengthening public trust in government institutions. By examining the potential impact of such an education in reducing susceptibility to disinformation and support for extremist politics, this review highlights the importance of promoting democratic values and offers a foundation for potential policy frameworks to implement these interventions.

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  • Syring, Kenneth, 2024. "Repairing Broken Windows and Broken Trust: Combating Disinformation and Extremism in Law Enforcement through Civics and National Service," SocArXiv baz27, Center for Open Science.
    • Handle: RePEc:osf:socarx:baz27
    DOI: 10.31219/osf.io/baz27
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