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Originally Posted by VO #23
It reasonable to expect that those entrusted by the state with broad powers, including the legal use of deadly force, to uphold law and order should conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the values they are protecting.
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Romantic notion I'd say. You're not only asking, you're expecting them to not be human. Doctors who push friends up wait lists, lawyers downloading music, mechanics fixing something they shouldn't - we all have slip ups, perks, things that aren't 100% kosher. I don't think it's as common as you think. I'm good friends with a couple of cops, ('big surprise' I'm sure you're all thinking) and the discussions we've had don't lead me to believe there is a large percentage of the force abusing their power and the 'cowboys' out there are looked down on.