Far from it.
Just think it's a bit of a simplistic view to hate on cops because they are heavy handed when they are basically forced to be this way because of your governments policies.
I know this from extensive study watching 'cops' on late night TV. :P
Have a look at how it works in my part of the world.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9vBVjRktokI&feature=related
If it was over there the woman at the start would have been in danger of being killed.
Jelly bro?