Reply #32: Meh..

[billh58]

I believe that people can make their own decisions about police officers. I believe what I have seen with my own eyes in the course of 68 years on this planet, and would advise fellow DU-ers not to listen to the highly opinionated likes of you. In my experience, most police officers are dedicated, caring, and professional agents of the law, and my few "official" experiences with them have all been positive. Of course, it goes without saying that anyone who has actually been arrested should seek legal counsel -- especially if that person is guilty.

I have an adult son who became an ice addict, and subsequently became a common thief. Several members of the local police force kept me and my wife informed of his run-ins with the law, treated him fairly, and followed up with us after he was released from prison. Over the years I have been personal friends with several police officers, including a few from other countries, and to a person they have all been upstanding citizens and caring individuals.

Bashing ALL police officers based on biased and bigoted opinion of a few experiences is sad. Advising others to mimic your hatred and distrust is even sadder.