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Police officers have to deal with many dangerous situations while on the job; this is why police work is by far one of the most stressful job in today’s society. Imagine having the responsibility to protect the lives of those who cannot help themselves or even the constant exposure to people in pain or distress, all while having to deal with any personal issues that the officer may be experiencing in his or her own private life. Needless to say police work is an extremely hard job to do for a very small compensation considering the danger and the stress of the job. In the film Brooklyn’s Finest we are introduced to Sal, who has a growing family with a pregnant wife who is sick because of the mold that has accumulated

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