Can anyone think of any traits OTHER than physical fitness strength that police officers require?

Hunny Bunny asked:


With police nowadays so trigger happy on the Taser - where a subject is subdued from a distance - physical strength is less of an issue than in the past. Even peaceful protesters and confused, psychotic Polish airline passengers are merrily tasered by police. Its a sign of the times, I guess.

I think there is much more to this vocation than some sexist men would have us believe.

What traits do cops need to be successful at their job?
What areas of policing might women excel in, and why?

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