"Gary" > wrote in message ...
>
> If you think policemen are bullies and arrogant, wait until you need to
> call
> one to help you and see how happy you are when they show up quickly.
>
> Gary
>
> PS - in my city, the police get pretty damn good pay and benefits. Once
> you
> consider the dangerous job they take on each shift though, I think they
> are
> probably underpaid.

Interesting program on the radio this morning.
Apparently, in states that have introduced "3 strikes" laws, the murder rate
of police officers has doubled.
Unintended consequences of "common sense" but ultimately stupid laws.