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As I continued to explore this concept, I surprisingly found that there are indeed modern examples where clothing seems to empower the wearer with a command presence and authority. Modern society has endorsed such attire in two specific areas: the military and law enforcement. The military uniform, being one of necessity, provides the ability to discern friend from foe on the battlefield, and it also enables the wearer's rank within the military hierarchy to be readily distinguished. In addition, it commands respect from combatants as well as non-combatants. In a similar way, the law enforcement officer is readily recognizable via his uniform which commands authority and enhances his ability to enforce the law. Of special note, Mark Twain himself argued this point. He stated that the uniformed policeman was ten times more effective than one in plain clothes.
