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  • Are Police Officers Required By Law To Remain On Duty During a Emergency?

    Are Police Officers Required By Law To Remain On Duty During a Emergency?
    2024/12/26
    In this episode of Scuttlebutt with Professor Barry Stentiford, we explore the obligations of State Defense Force soldiers and how their service compares to that of Police officers during statewide emergencies. The discussion focuses on the legal framework governing State Defense Forces soldiers when activated on State Active Duty. Much like their counterparts in the U.S. Army National Guard, and Air National Guard, State Defense Force personnel are bound by their state's equivalent of the Federal Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ). This legal framework mandates that soldiers remain at their post, follow lawful orders, and fulfill their duties for the duration of a mission, with violations resulting in criminal prosecution.

    The conversation transitions to examine the responsibilities of Police officers during natural disasters, hurricanes, or other emergencies. The clip poses a critical question: Are Police officers under a similar legal obligation to remain on duty, or do they have the discretion to step down if they choose no longer to serve during these critical moments? This comparison highlights the unique challenges and expectations placed on different uniformed services during crises, sparking a thought-provoking dialogue on duty, accountability, and public trust.

    To listen to the full interview visit: https://www.patreon.com/posts/scuttlebutt-2-116825322?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
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    5 分
  • Overwhelmed Police Forces and the Need for State Guards During Emergencies

    Overwhelmed Police Forces and the Need for State Guards During Emergencies
    2024/12/18
    In this Scuttlebutt podcast snippet, Professor Barry Stentiford and I discuss why police forces alone cannot meet the demands of hurricanes, severe weather events, and state emergencies. During such crises, police forces are often overwhelmed, stretched thin by the sheer scale of the response required to ensure public safety. We highlight the critical role State Guards and State Defense Forces play in providing essential extra support, offering specialized skills like engineering, logistics, and medical aid. These military forces also augment law enforcement efforts, ensuring a rapid, coordinated, and effective response that helps protect lives and stabilize communities during times of chaos.


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    2 分
  • Taiwan, Ukraine, and Beyond: State Defense Forces in a Changing Global Landscape

    Taiwan, Ukraine, and Beyond: State Defense Forces in a Changing Global Landscape
    2024/12/10
    In this Scuttlebutt clip featuring Professor Stentiford, we explore the rising global tensions, including the Russia-Ukraine War and China’s anticipated invasion of Taiwan, and how these conflicts could significantly impact the role of State Defense Forces. With National Guard units likely deploying to conflict zones, many states could reactivate or establish new State Defense Forces to maintain essential homeland security and disaster response missions. Territories like Guam, the Mariana Islands, and Hawaii, alongside other U.S. states, are expected to develop their own defense forces to fill critical gaps left by the National Guard, ensuring local communities remain protected and supported during times of global instability.

    To listen to the full interview visit: https://www.patreon.com/posts/scuttlebutt-2-116825322?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
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    6 分
  • Has National Guard Bureau Support for State Defense Forces Declined Since the Cold War?

    Has National Guard Bureau Support for State Defense Forces Declined Since the Cold War?
    2024/11/27
    Today, we’re excited to share Episode 2 of Scuttlebutt! As a special treat, we’re offering our non-Patreon members an exclusive sneak peek with a snippet from the podcast. In this Scuttlebutt episode snippet, Professor Barry Stentiford examines whether National Guard Bureau support for State Defense Forces has waned since the Cold War. He explores the historical context of the Cold War era, when State Defense Forces were seen as a critical component of national defense strategy, and contrasts it with the present environment, where modern challenges and priorities may have reshaped this relationship. The discussion highlights evolving perceptions of State Defense Forces and their relevance in today’s defense landscape.

    For the full interview visit: https://www.patreon.com/posts/scuttlebutt-2-116825322?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
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    5 分