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Indian Rock's avatar

I worked alongside cops in my city throughout my firefighting career. Even with familiarity between us I always had the sense that to them it was them and then there was everyone else. Mutual respect was mouthed but seldom demonstrated. Flash forward to now. I don't talk to cops... ever! I avoid them whenever I can, which is most of the time. I am of the belief that cops will do as they are told by whichever entity signs their pay checks. They act as revenue producers and enforcers. Their weakness is that they do not exist in an encapsulated protected environment 24/7. They and their families live in the same neighborhoods as we do. Their kids attend the same schools. They go to the same churches, grocery stores, and ball games. They shouldn't act the jack-booted thug on duty and expect to enjoy life off duty. Besides, cops are vastly outnumbered by "civilians" wherever they work! As for the military... just look at the mess they have been made into. They could lock down some of the large cities but venturing out they could be picked to pieces and suffer the death of a thousand cuts if the people found the will.

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The Welch's avatar

T.L.,

Thank you for another very thoughtful piece.

Where I live, in northern Michigan, the local Sheriiffs and State police are all great, down to earth guys. I don't feel that way when I go down state to the big cities where I get the impression that there is a different agenda in operation. I am sure that this impression is not unique to me or northern Michigan but common in rural areas.

One thing is certain though, is that a blue helmet is a target.

Let's pray that that circumstance never presents it self.

Wolverine

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