Bitch Rants 1 & 2
1. It’s an idea - propaganda spewed forth for dramatic effect. It’s usually said in reference to police officers. This time the reference was to prison guards. 2 parts - 1. the proclamation that cops (and prison guards) risk their lives every single day; 2. pushing the idea that all cops are heroes simply for reporting to work.
Law Enforcement is actually one of the safest professions in the US.
‘risk their lives every day’? Let’s see…a kid who’s ass is shipped to and then shot off in Iraq vs. writing a speeding ticket. HELLO?!!!! Over use lessens it’s meaning until the words mean nothing - and that’s so fucking disrespectful and unfair to the people who are truly deserving.
Yes law enforcement is an honorable profession. It’s also a career choice - they chose to become a cop. The majority choose to be cops because they’re drawn to the excitement (and power).
Take a look at your local police - the combination of protective gear, armored vehicles, and weapons keep them pretty damn safe.
Annoyance #2 - peeve. That word annoys me, which is why I’m calling these posts annoyances instead of pet ….
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