Here`s my take;
Yes, without doubt, there are some rogue cops out there who are Gestapo, and we just cannot tolerate that. Period. But, I believe the VAST majority of law enforcement officers are reasoned professionals who do the very best they can in a VERY difficult, very frustrating job.
No, it`s NOT alright for an officer to act out just because he`s "having a bad day". I know many would like to allow officers that much latitude, and I sometimes wish we could do that, but it`s not ok. We are not a police state and ought not be in fear of the police. But conversely, police have the absolute RIGHT to defend themselves when they are confronted by violent felons, or otherwise, violent street thugs. It`s a fine line without question. I have to temper my support of police with the understanding that law-abiding citizens ought not live in fear of law enforcement.
All that being said, with very few exceptions, I always support our law enforcement officers, and it`s nearly criminal NOT to.
Yes, without doubt, there are some rogue cops out there who are Gestapo, and we just cannot tolerate that. Period. But, I believe the VAST majority of law enforcement officers are reasoned professionals who do the very best they can in a VERY difficult, very frustrating job.
No, it`s NOT alright for an officer to act out just because he`s "having a bad day". I know many would like to allow officers that much latitude, and I sometimes wish we could do that, but it`s not ok. We are not a police state and ought not be in fear of the police. But conversely, police have the absolute RIGHT to defend themselves when they are confronted by violent felons, or otherwise, violent street thugs. It`s a fine line without question. I have to temper my support of police with the understanding that law-abiding citizens ought not live in fear of law enforcement.
All that being said, with very few exceptions, I always support our law enforcement officers, and it`s nearly criminal NOT to.