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Category Archives: Law Enforcement
Far East Frisco?
More years ago than I care to count, a rugby teammate and I traveled to the Austin Rugby Tournament. This tournament was the highlight of the Texas rugby season for many reasons. One of the biggest reasons was the location. … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Police, Political Extremes, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Beggars, Defund Police, Homeless, Panhandlers, San Francisco
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Traditionally Speaking: Of Kneeling and Protests
“Traditionally Speaking” discussed traditions or standard practices being threatened or modified by the coronavirus crisis. There, I noted traditions often take centuries to evolve, though some forces may cause shifts more quickly. At the time, it seemed comments by highly … Continue reading
Posted in Christianity, Police, Political Extremes, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged Kaepernick, kneeling, National Anthem, NFL Protests, Star-Spangled Banner
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The De-escalation Myth
The word of the moment for the last few weeks has been de-escalation. From so-called experts to so-called journalists, to former Navy Seals transitioning into experts on everything, de-escalation is the key. It is the key to avoiding more officer-involved … Continue reading
Who’d A Thunk It?
Some may find the title of this piece a bit much. On the other hand, one or two of you may still have a sense of humor. If so, that may be your most significant personal asset in the future, … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Ethics, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Police, Political Extremes, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged anarchy, autonomous zone, Black panthers, riots, seattle, vigilantes
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Of Hoarders, Opportunists and Reality
As many have reported in one form or another, the COVID-19 problem pushed some people a bit beyond common-sense approaches to preparation. Of course, this is nothing new, just think back to how people have responded to impending hurricanes or … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Ethics, Family Vaules, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Police, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged black market, COVID-19, current-events, dishonesty, hoarding, immigrants, price gouging, society
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Collateral Tragedies?
As I listened to the latest news on the national and local government response to the coronavirus invasion, old times came to mind. Unless you have been totally off the grid with no access to media of any kind, you … Continue reading
A Sad State of Affairs: NYPD
Years ago I wrote an article for LAW and ORDER1 titled “The Rubber Gun Squad.” I was reminded of that piece a short time ago when I watched an interview with New York Mayor DeBlasio and NYPD Commissioner O’Neill. The … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Law Enforcement, Police
Tagged Police suicide, PTSD, suicide, suicide prevention
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Donor (and parents) Beware!
Knowing your children and grandchildren have hearts for giving and service is a great feeling. OneOldCop is blessed with children and grandchildren falling into that category. From volunteering at church and community organizations to involvement with raising funds for various … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Family Vaules, Law Enforcement
Tagged charity, crowdfunding, current-events, dishonesty, fraud, gofundme
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The World As We Knew It: Untold Stories
For many, September 11, 2001 was the end of the world as they knew it. Suddenly, the entire country faced the reality babyboomers knew since grade school. Some parts of the world hate the United States. Admittedly, it was unsettling … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, family, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Patriotism, Uncategorized
Tagged anger and fear., law enforcement, terrorists, World Trade Center
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Of Life and Limb
An online dialogue between some old cops reminded this old cop of an incident from the early days of my law enforcement career. This particular episode of my time in the field was dangerous, amusing, and are-you-kidding-me all in one … Continue reading
Posted in Commitment, Ethics, Law Enforcement, Leadership, Morality, Police
Tagged bravery, compassion, illegal immigrants, law enforcement, memories, police, rescues
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