In a society that values democracy and freedom, the right to express oneself as a group and hold demonstrations should not create fear or worry among the participants or those responsible for maintaining crowd control and public safety. The concept of community policing involves planning and consultation to ensure that even contentious protests can be managed professionally. Crowd management may involve the assistance of private security personnel for both celebratory and protesting events. It is important for crowd managers to recognize the diverse and intricate nature of individuals within the crowd. The discussion of public safety takes into account the attitudes of the crowd, various psychological aspects of individuals, and the overall psychological makeup of the crowd.
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