Obtuse. I use that word all the time to describe some of these guys. When the premise for taking a position is based on little more than being contrary to someone you oppose, one is bound to argue against oneself eventually. "He" does it regularly.
I agree. They make the argument like it has to be one or the other. And that is false.
I respect officers and the job they do. I want them to be safe.
But that doesn't mean I support MRAPS, or SWAT used for most occasions.