OK, then yeah, I think we're basically in agreement.
When the system works properly, and isn't subject to corruption and perversion, it's probably pretty good. I don't think we've ever seen it like that, so it's hard to say for sure.
When those things enter the picture, as they often, but not always do, particularly the the rich and famous and police, things become far less good.
Also, kudos to you, @InnocentBystander and @Fluf. This was a great and thoughtful conversation. Thanks for you guys' time and effort.
OK, then yeah, I think we're basically in agreement.
_When_ the system works _properly_, and _isn't_ subject to corruption and perversion, it's probably pretty good. I don't think we've ever seen it like that, so it's hard to say for sure.
When those things enter the picture, as they often, but not always do, particularly the the rich and famous and police, things become far less good.
Also, kudos to you, @InnocentBystander and @Fluf. This was a great and thoughtful conversation. Thanks for you guys' time and effort.
That is what I was getting at.