When it comes down to public view, we all love firemen, and firemen by default are heroes, and they don't have to boster public opinion.
The opposite holds true, it seems for LE. By default, they are not popular, and yet there is not much that can be done in the course of everyday life that can change public opinion. In that sense, it kind of 'sucks' for them. While I have very strong opinions about their involvement in our community, and feel that opposite sides of the fence will probably remain for a while (though I have high hopes for change!), when something as deserving of 'award' as what was told to me about their actions in this situation the other day, I think it should go noted.
My hats off to SDPD and I personally thank them for their excellence and their help in this person's situation.
I was told of something that happened the other day where there was a need to call the police. What was told to me was that the police acted quickly, had the situation under control, and behaved in the most professional manner.
I wouldn't ever want it to appear that we, in our community, are anti-LE (and I don't think we do appear that way). I'm grateful to them for doing the job they do, and risking all that they risk in order for our lives to be safer. I wouldn't want their job and am glad somebody's got the cahoneys to do it.
Of course, our only 'complaint' is in regarding our community and their involvement in it.
What was reported to me was excellence. Absolute excellence in police work. And excellence in anything deserves its commendation. It made me rather proud to hear about this, and I felt it should be shared.
Sedona, I am sure that there are many on this board that share your position. When LE is bad mouthed around here it has more to do with a very limited portion of the various police departments and sheriff's departments. It is the sector that seems to be driven by political motives as opposed to the safety of the general public. Funds expended for to entrap individuals in this hobby could be much better spent on other segments of the force, those dealing with the violent aspects of society. I can understand putting some effort behind the visible aspects of the hobby, people working on the streets in specific neighnorhoods, but the independents working disscretely is another issue.
I am also thankful that there are individuals out there that are willing to risk their safety in an attempt to protect ours. I may help people as I move through life, but it is usually done with little risk to life or limb. Again LE we appreciate most of your efforts and all you do to make things safer. I am also sure there is a signifiant sector of all departments that questions some of the funds and actions taken in an atempt to trap otherwise peaceful individuals which just want to enjoy one of the great pleasures of life and bring no harm to anyone.
When it comes down to public view, we all love firemen, and firemen by default are heroes, and they don't have to boster public opinion.
The opposite holds true, it seems for LE. By default, they are not popular, and yet there is not much that can be done in the course of everyday life that can change public opinion. In that sense, it kind of 'sucks' for them. While I have very strong opinions about their involvement in our community, and feel that opposite sides of the fence will probably remain for a while (though I have high hopes for change!), when something as deserving of 'award' as what was told to me about their actions in this situation the other day, I think it should go noted.
My hats off to SDPD and I personally thank them for their excellence and their help in this person's situation.
You guys are right. We get so focused on the one aspect of LE that is related to our hobby that it is easy to forget to be grateful for the myriad other very risky things LE does for our benefit.
I have to admit that I do resent getting parking tickets and moving violations and sometimes let myself wonder if the person in blue "shouldn't you be out catching a real criminal", but I know mostly that's just me feeling humiliated for getting caught doing something I shouldn't.
So, whenever I see a cop or fireman in a coffee shop (where did all the great donut shops in SD go anyway?) I always offer to buy them whatever their drinking.
Used to be they'd accept the offer and I felt great cuz it made me feel good to give something back. Lately they always say no. One Sergeant told me the accepting even a cup of coffee these days is enough to get someone fired.
Only in San Diego ..... the biggest small town in America.
Firemen apparently have a less stringent, up-tight management hierarchy. They still say yes.
It was our policy to offer police officers IN UNIFORM a discount on their purchase. Not only did it encourage their business, but it was a nice 'security' measure to have an officer around, especially late at night, and sent a message to would-be robbers that officers patronized that restaurant.
After many years, we no longer could do that as it was considered 'bribery'.
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