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Sheriffs in more militarized counties reap election rewards

  • Written by Christos Mavridis, Senior Lecturer in Economics, Middlesex University
imageWhen local law enforcement agencies get military surplus equipment, like armored vehicles, local sheriffs are more likely to get reelected.AP Photo/David Goldman

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