When we were growing up, the idea implanted in
our wee brains was that 'police officers were our friends.'
We were to turn to them without hesitation if we needed
something, they were trustworthy, they were our friends.
A bigger crock of shit was never cooked.
What do the police do in my neighborhood to
make us safe?
*They harass people for being in a parked car
using a cel phone.
*They intimidate people who are standing on the
street talking and having a cigarette.
*They stop vehicles and demand to know who you
are and what you're out doing, sans probable cause.
*They harass you for walking down the very street
you live on.
*They stare you down and give you nasty looks
when they pass.
*They make excuses to NOT come help stranded
motorists.
*They tell you to call a tow service if you lock
your keys out of your car.
*The cops sit and stare at you from their cruiser, and
follow you around at slow speeds.
*When you call for help, they don't show up.
BUT, here's a list of things the cops WILL do for you!
*They will take your pay-off if you are a drug dealer.
*They will intimidate the neighbors who call to report
drug dealings and activity.
*They will take sides in a dispute based on their
prejudices and personal contacts.
*They will act as judge, jury, and executioner.
*They will threaten and treat you poorly because
it serves their Ego to do so.
*They will trump up charges so they can make an arrest
and make their quota.
*They will overlook the law-breaking of their fellow
officers, friends, and family.
*They will assume the worst and not listen
to reason or truth.
Did I miss anything?
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