Bingo. Cops are humans, I neither idolize nor hate them -- but they're operating on the same principle as most: selfish needs. They aren't some Super Hero Constitutional Savior. It's a job, and they have bosses.
If the guy who signs their checks (the mayor) tells them to not do something (eg, arrest their political allies even though they have committed felonious offenses) then they won't do it.
If the guy who signs their checks (the mayor) tells them to do something (eg, red flag your ass because a 'concerned coworker or neighbor' had their feelings hurt) then they will do it.
Amen. More people need to understand this. This is why every dictator in history was able to gain and hold on to power - he treated the military well. If you are getting the goods, there is little incentive to throw it all away when no one else will. Cops are human - they want their paychecks and pension to protect their families and enjoy life.
Bingo. Cops are humans, I neither idolize nor hate them -- but they're operating on the same principle as most: selfish needs. They aren't some Super Hero Constitutional Savior. It's a job, and they have bosses.
If the guy who signs their checks (the mayor) tells them to not do something (eg, arrest their political allies even though they have committed felonious offenses) then they won't do it.
If the guy who signs their checks (the mayor) tells them to do something (eg, red flag your ass because a 'concerned coworker or neighbor' had their feelings hurt) then they will do it.
Amen. More people need to understand this. This is why every dictator in history was able to gain and hold on to power - he treated the military well. If you are getting the goods, there is little incentive to throw it all away when no one else will. Cops are human - they want their paychecks and pension to protect their families and enjoy life.