Kind of both, really. It's a statement, for certain. Studies have shown that bald men are more intimidating. Like the military they so long to copy, they want people to be afraid of them and the image plays into “shock and awe. read more
That’s a rather skewed perception. I would characterize them as military style haircuts, myself. Most police organizations are quasi-military in structure. Skinheads are neo-nazis. I’ve never once met a police officer who held neo-nazi opinions. So no. Their haircuts are not sociopolitical. read more
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Although there is grooming standards for officers at just about every agency across the US, most do not specify shaving your head or having short hair. I agree with Tim's response relating to previous military personnel coming to the Law Enforcement world. Many departments also require officers to wear hats such as 8-pointers or thumb tacks. read more