Abstract Purpose The events in Ferguson, MO in 2014 renewed national attention to the
issue of militarization of law enforcement. Despite scrutiny from policymakers and
community stakeholders, little is known regarding the public's opinion on police militarization
(PM), or the factors shaping these views. This problem is magnified because individuals may
support or oppose PM for a variety of reasons, but the characteristics of these supporters
and opposers is currently unknown. This study aims to examine the distinct types of …