So apparently the NAACP has now made it a crime to speak your mind when you are off work, frequenting the local pub with your buddies, and blowing off steam about your daily strife. You may or may not have heard about Police Officer James Cousins II who, while OFF duty, made a joke to his friend relative to a drug dealer who was murdered. Little did the 'unsuspecting' officer know was that he was being video taped by an unknown bystander who later uploaded his rant regarding the drug dealing murder victim to YouTube.
Now, this unknown subject knew that nothing positive could result from one broadcasting how this police officer felt about this person who was murdered. What was he trying to prove about the officer? Did his commentary affect his job performance? Did it make his career of taking drug dealers, child molesters, and murderers off the street any less virtuous? No. And now the NAACP is calling for this officer to resign, simply because he vented his feelings in a place he thought to be a sanctuary, not a subterfuge.
Additionally, it is clear that the only reason that the NAACP is even involved is because the murder victim was African American and that they wouldn't have even considered lending their 'services' in this matter if the subject had been any other ethnicity. Is this not a deeper level of discrimination than what they are claiming that this officer has committed?
The bottom line is that James Cousins is a police officer who witnesses crime, murder, and despicable acts committed every single day of his life. So what if Rondale Jennings, Sr. (who was a violent and criminal drug dealer) was murdered and Cousins discussed his death with his friend while he sat and drink at a bar after work? I know, why don't we discuss the people that Jennings murdered in cold blood and the chilren he dealt crack cocaine to... I'm personally greatful that he is off the street, whether he is dead or behind bars.
As for the snake who recorded Cousins and started this fiasco, way to lower my faith in humanity just that much more. As for Cousins, high five buddy.
The moral of the story, if you don't have anything nice to say, you should still say it, but just make sure no one is recording it in the background.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Bad Economy or Bad People?
Well, I am starting to think that the problem with the world today isn't to blame solely on the economy. Yes, the economy drastically effects our daily lives, in good times or in bad... however, I believe there is more to what causes a recession then just numbers. People... people who are selfish and worried only about themselves and their bonus checks at the end of the year. Yes, it is important to be financially stable and have the luxury of having a surplus in the end, but at what cost do we receive the extra?
Lately I have noticed an increase in theft trends. From wallets, and money to little things like cigarettes. It seems that what people could once easily afford, they are now having to do without. For those who cannot except being forced to sacrifice, they take any given opportunity to take what they cannot purchase. Of course, thieves are present when the economy is during an expansion, but now they seem to be coming out of the wood works. Middle aged hard working adults who would normally make every attempt to find the owner of lost property will now make the opposite decision and disregard what they have always represented. It is sort of a primitive response to their surroundings; a certain "kill or be killed" type of methodology.
To say this does not mean that if the apocalypse occurred today that I wouldn't do everything in my power to ensure my child's safety and survival. Despite what people may believe today, we are not experiencing the apocalypse right now. Things could be much, much worse. Are we on the verge of such a cataclysmic event? Maybe. But, it isn't right now so there is no excuse for such behavior. There are resources for those who are in need and there are still people giving despite of the economic restraints. To try and justify stealing at this point is simply erroneous.
I investigated a wallet theft that began about two weeks ago where an unknown subject simply swiped a wallet from an elderly man at an ATM. He took the $225 in cash and turned the wallet in trying to salvage his demised character. Well, he got caught. I saw the shame in his eyes as he made restitution and kept repeating how he "knew it was wrong". Well, if you knew it, then you shouldn't have done it, right? Well, we will see what the prosecutor wants to do with the man. I was satisfied just being able to tell the elderly gentleman that his money had been returned.
With times changing and not improving, it is that much more important that people hold on to their values and morals and not resort to behavior that will only worsen the world and teach our children that dire situations permit irresponsible actions.
Lately I have noticed an increase in theft trends. From wallets, and money to little things like cigarettes. It seems that what people could once easily afford, they are now having to do without. For those who cannot except being forced to sacrifice, they take any given opportunity to take what they cannot purchase. Of course, thieves are present when the economy is during an expansion, but now they seem to be coming out of the wood works. Middle aged hard working adults who would normally make every attempt to find the owner of lost property will now make the opposite decision and disregard what they have always represented. It is sort of a primitive response to their surroundings; a certain "kill or be killed" type of methodology.
To say this does not mean that if the apocalypse occurred today that I wouldn't do everything in my power to ensure my child's safety and survival. Despite what people may believe today, we are not experiencing the apocalypse right now. Things could be much, much worse. Are we on the verge of such a cataclysmic event? Maybe. But, it isn't right now so there is no excuse for such behavior. There are resources for those who are in need and there are still people giving despite of the economic restraints. To try and justify stealing at this point is simply erroneous.
I investigated a wallet theft that began about two weeks ago where an unknown subject simply swiped a wallet from an elderly man at an ATM. He took the $225 in cash and turned the wallet in trying to salvage his demised character. Well, he got caught. I saw the shame in his eyes as he made restitution and kept repeating how he "knew it was wrong". Well, if you knew it, then you shouldn't have done it, right? Well, we will see what the prosecutor wants to do with the man. I was satisfied just being able to tell the elderly gentleman that his money had been returned.
With times changing and not improving, it is that much more important that people hold on to their values and morals and not resort to behavior that will only worsen the world and teach our children that dire situations permit irresponsible actions.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
A Truth Revealed
Sometimes it takes one person to take on a hint of success to cripple everyone that surrounds them. It isn't enough to be proud for someone and their achievements, but rather, those who witness one begin to succeed must to all they can to disable their efforts in order to prove to themselves that they are not worthless. Females are the worst in this situation... and feminine men are right along side them. It is impossible for females to co mingle with each other in a social or work environment without jealously rearing its ugly head at some point. A woman cannot physically or emotionally accept when another woman around them is receiving more praise or attention. It is like something begins to block the pathways of logic and compromise in their brains, causing them to become slightly insane in a way.
When someone around you begins to move forward and you seem to remain stagnant, why point fingers and blame at others when it is most likely you that is deficient and lacking the will to succeed? Rather than owning up to the fact that maybe you haven't yet met the qualifications to receive a certain reward and you need to work on becoming better in whatever area you are neglecting within yourself. No one can do this for another person. To become envious and attempt to sabotage another person for not accepting mediocrity is pathetic and asinine.
What exactly can be accomplished and provoke a positive outcome by bringing down those that surround you rather that pushing yourself up to a higher level? Anyone who attempts or accomplishes injuring a person's success or sabotaging their achievements in anyway should be ashamed of their self and come to realize that their is truly a reason why they will never make it further than where they currently stand. To deliberately cause another person anguish in order to make yourself feel better... this is simply incomprehensible to me. This type of behavior pushes those who do care to simply become untrusting and cold. For if those who you trust will attempt to ruin you or what you are attempting to gain in life, then to whom do you turn. There isn't anyone else. Then those who did care, well, they begin to trust in no one. I think that hardening someones heart is one of the worst crimes against persons that can be committed. Physical wounds can heal... but the emotional wounds last forever.
Some days, witnessing such childish behavior is more bearable than others. Some days, however, I wish I could make people see how what they do truly effects others in deep and long lasting ways. It is saddening and disheartening. Life is life. Live it the best and most positive way that you can. It isn't always easy to make the right decision. If you follow the golden rule you may stay on the right track... treat others the way you would want to be treated. Would you want someone conspiring to hurt you because of an inferiority complex they may be experiencing? I doubt it. Move on and gain your ground in a positive way. If you have to hurt others to get what you want then it is probably something that you shouldn't have.
When someone around you begins to move forward and you seem to remain stagnant, why point fingers and blame at others when it is most likely you that is deficient and lacking the will to succeed? Rather than owning up to the fact that maybe you haven't yet met the qualifications to receive a certain reward and you need to work on becoming better in whatever area you are neglecting within yourself. No one can do this for another person. To become envious and attempt to sabotage another person for not accepting mediocrity is pathetic and asinine.
What exactly can be accomplished and provoke a positive outcome by bringing down those that surround you rather that pushing yourself up to a higher level? Anyone who attempts or accomplishes injuring a person's success or sabotaging their achievements in anyway should be ashamed of their self and come to realize that their is truly a reason why they will never make it further than where they currently stand. To deliberately cause another person anguish in order to make yourself feel better... this is simply incomprehensible to me. This type of behavior pushes those who do care to simply become untrusting and cold. For if those who you trust will attempt to ruin you or what you are attempting to gain in life, then to whom do you turn. There isn't anyone else. Then those who did care, well, they begin to trust in no one. I think that hardening someones heart is one of the worst crimes against persons that can be committed. Physical wounds can heal... but the emotional wounds last forever.
Some days, witnessing such childish behavior is more bearable than others. Some days, however, I wish I could make people see how what they do truly effects others in deep and long lasting ways. It is saddening and disheartening. Life is life. Live it the best and most positive way that you can. It isn't always easy to make the right decision. If you follow the golden rule you may stay on the right track... treat others the way you would want to be treated. Would you want someone conspiring to hurt you because of an inferiority complex they may be experiencing? I doubt it. Move on and gain your ground in a positive way. If you have to hurt others to get what you want then it is probably something that you shouldn't have.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Another Day, Another Douchbag
Every once in while there is the exceptional douchbag that comes along that rejuvenates my motivation in why I have chosen to study criminal justice and work in the law enforcement field. Time and time again and day after day I cross paths with the same drunks and degenerates, but knowing that people like Casey Anthony are behind bars allows me to find some solice in that fact. No, she has not yet been convicted of murdering her two year old daughter Caylee, but nonetheless, law enforcement is not taking any chances of recreating the JonBenet Ramsey incident.
In case you are not familiar with the Caylee Anthony situation, the child is two years old, and her 'disappearance' wasn't reported to the authorities for approximately a month. She went "clubbing" shortly after her daughter's disappearance and had stated that she wished she had given the child up for adoption. Well, you should have!
Evidence has been collected that shows that a decomposing body was, in fact, in the vehicle belonging to Casey, the child's mother. The mother still claims that she is innocent and is pleading for the public to search for her daughter. HELLO! You killed her! Stop waisting everyone's time with your drama and admit what you've done and let your daughter's memory be salvaged with some kind of dignity!
This woman is in jail on other charges as well, including check fraud. This doesn't mean she's a killer in and of itself. But law enforcement is making sure that she stays in jail until they find Caylee's body. It's pathetic that this woman is sitting in jail and letting the poor grandparent's continue to drag lakes for their dead granddaughter's body when she could just say where she is and let them give her some kind of memorial. Instead she wants to let it drag on in the hopes that her daughter's body will not be found and that without the body they won't have a case against her. Wrong, Casey. Cases are prosecuted without the body everyday.
Casey Anthony is the exact depiction of human scum. Her valueless life, similarly to that of other worldly scum, has effected yet another innocent human life. Because of her desire to party, feel good, and rebel against her parents and the system, a sweet little child lost her life in God only knows what kind of horrific way. I hope that Casey Anthony receives the death penalty for her actions. It is unfortunate however, that they will ultimately have to take that penalty of the table to get the truth out of her about the crime she has committed.
In case you are not familiar with the Caylee Anthony situation, the child is two years old, and her 'disappearance' wasn't reported to the authorities for approximately a month. She went "clubbing" shortly after her daughter's disappearance and had stated that she wished she had given the child up for adoption. Well, you should have!
Evidence has been collected that shows that a decomposing body was, in fact, in the vehicle belonging to Casey, the child's mother. The mother still claims that she is innocent and is pleading for the public to search for her daughter. HELLO! You killed her! Stop waisting everyone's time with your drama and admit what you've done and let your daughter's memory be salvaged with some kind of dignity!
This woman is in jail on other charges as well, including check fraud. This doesn't mean she's a killer in and of itself. But law enforcement is making sure that she stays in jail until they find Caylee's body. It's pathetic that this woman is sitting in jail and letting the poor grandparent's continue to drag lakes for their dead granddaughter's body when she could just say where she is and let them give her some kind of memorial. Instead she wants to let it drag on in the hopes that her daughter's body will not be found and that without the body they won't have a case against her. Wrong, Casey. Cases are prosecuted without the body everyday.
Casey Anthony is the exact depiction of human scum. Her valueless life, similarly to that of other worldly scum, has effected yet another innocent human life. Because of her desire to party, feel good, and rebel against her parents and the system, a sweet little child lost her life in God only knows what kind of horrific way. I hope that Casey Anthony receives the death penalty for her actions. It is unfortunate however, that they will ultimately have to take that penalty of the table to get the truth out of her about the crime she has committed.
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
No I Didn't
I feel like I have entered the "Twilite Zone." Headlines on CNN such as "Kenya Declares National Holiday" and "Obama Win Overwhelms Africa"... not to mention "Black Kennedy" or "Obama, Bigger Than Football", are sounding somewhat audacious at this point. Did the the United States elect their next President or did the human race come upon a savior who will inspire global change?
Every time I turn around there is another person making the statement, "Yes, I did!", proudly implicating that they voted for Obama and are ready for a change. I have seen t-shirts and stickers stating, "I Voted Obama-Biden". People are hugging and hopeful and then there is me, cynical and annoyed. I just want to yell, "NO I DIDN'T!", back at them.
Realistically, I knew that Obama was going to win. The younger generation and pretty much anyone who wasn't white was going to vote for him. This is a comprehensive amount of the population. Anyone fearful of another Bush ending up in office voted for Obama as well. Younger people want change. However, they lack the life experience to understand how change must be conveyed. Minorities were so concerned with making history and overcoming oppression that they let winning supercede logic and cast their votes based on race. To consider McCain to be anything similar to Bush is ludicrous. McCain might not be the ideal candidate for President but he certainly isn't the terrorist that Bush is.
Honestly, I really hope that Obama will be able to achieve all of the grand accomplishments that he has been giving speeches and debating about and has been able to get the world enraptured over. Obama has promised alot and has taken on the responsibilty of changing the lives of millions of American citezens. Personally, I don't think that I should be criticized for having extreme doubts about this stranger.
We will see what the future will bring. Maybe Obama "can" or maybe he will fuck all up even worse. The best thing about America is that either way, it's on our shoulders because we gave him the job and all of his new found power... our future and our children's future in the palm of Barak Hussein Obama's hands. Comforting.
Every time I turn around there is another person making the statement, "Yes, I did!", proudly implicating that they voted for Obama and are ready for a change. I have seen t-shirts and stickers stating, "I Voted Obama-Biden". People are hugging and hopeful and then there is me, cynical and annoyed. I just want to yell, "NO I DIDN'T!", back at them.
Realistically, I knew that Obama was going to win. The younger generation and pretty much anyone who wasn't white was going to vote for him. This is a comprehensive amount of the population. Anyone fearful of another Bush ending up in office voted for Obama as well. Younger people want change. However, they lack the life experience to understand how change must be conveyed. Minorities were so concerned with making history and overcoming oppression that they let winning supercede logic and cast their votes based on race. To consider McCain to be anything similar to Bush is ludicrous. McCain might not be the ideal candidate for President but he certainly isn't the terrorist that Bush is.
Honestly, I really hope that Obama will be able to achieve all of the grand accomplishments that he has been giving speeches and debating about and has been able to get the world enraptured over. Obama has promised alot and has taken on the responsibilty of changing the lives of millions of American citezens. Personally, I don't think that I should be criticized for having extreme doubts about this stranger.
We will see what the future will bring. Maybe Obama "can" or maybe he will fuck all up even worse. The best thing about America is that either way, it's on our shoulders because we gave him the job and all of his new found power... our future and our children's future in the palm of Barak Hussein Obama's hands. Comforting.
Friday, October 10, 2008
The Big Promo
I have not blogged in what seems like a century. This is due to what has been my extremely busy work life and home life. I cannot describe, in words, how hectic my world has truly been, so I will attempt to sum it up with... I have been busy. The end. I don't like to be away from my blog for extended periods of time. This is whether I have avid followers or not. Even if I have one or two people that take time out of their busy lives to read about the crazy crap that I went through during my day, well, that's important to me. If they can find a little humor in it, well, that's even better.
On of the most major turn of events that has taken place in my life is the big promotion. Well, yes, someone upstairs decided that I should be in charge of some things. I took this as a very flattering change of pace and I have egarly accepted the change. Little did I know the change that was in store. As your average "beat" officer, if you will, you can patrol, walk around, drive, and basically do whatever you feel the need to do without major concern. If trouble arises... call a supervisor. Well, being the supervisor that is always called upon is certainly interesting.
I thought I was attacked and verbally abused as an officer... not even close. Promotion comes... I think someone has painted a target on my face.
Civilians complain to me. Officers complain to me. Everyone... they all complain to me. I suppose this is part of the responsibility. And that is fine. I actually enjoy hearing what people have to say, if it isn't bitching. For some reason when people find out you are a supervisor, they label you as a shrink and God. Why? Because they want to tell you all there feelings and they think you can fix all their problems. Well, in all honesty, not much has changed except my pay grade and stress level.
Realistically, I knew this was going to happen. I do enjoy my new position and I like having more/different responsibility. I am just somewhat amused as to the standard that "supervisors" are held up to just because of their title.
On of the most major turn of events that has taken place in my life is the big promotion. Well, yes, someone upstairs decided that I should be in charge of some things. I took this as a very flattering change of pace and I have egarly accepted the change. Little did I know the change that was in store. As your average "beat" officer, if you will, you can patrol, walk around, drive, and basically do whatever you feel the need to do without major concern. If trouble arises... call a supervisor. Well, being the supervisor that is always called upon is certainly interesting.
I thought I was attacked and verbally abused as an officer... not even close. Promotion comes... I think someone has painted a target on my face.
Civilians complain to me. Officers complain to me. Everyone... they all complain to me. I suppose this is part of the responsibility. And that is fine. I actually enjoy hearing what people have to say, if it isn't bitching. For some reason when people find out you are a supervisor, they label you as a shrink and God. Why? Because they want to tell you all there feelings and they think you can fix all their problems. Well, in all honesty, not much has changed except my pay grade and stress level.
Realistically, I knew this was going to happen. I do enjoy my new position and I like having more/different responsibility. I am just somewhat amused as to the standard that "supervisors" are held up to just because of their title.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Laboring On Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend is full of fun and excitement for so many. People are out enjoying their last summer vacations, partying, going to BBQ's with friends and family, drinking beer and just having some good old fashion American fun. Then there are those of us Americans who are still left laboring throughout the weekend. I mean, afterall, the entire country can't just take the weekend off, right?
Well, it isn't that I get so much that I am angry that I am always forced to work on these types of holiday weekends as it is that I become humored by it. I have become accustomed to the fact that holiday weekends can be some of the most adventuresome. The weekend has already started of with a bang... there were two incidents last night where people were not just casually taken to the hospital for illnesses, they were rushed to the hospital for life threatening ailments.
People get wasted on holiday weekends, especially Labor Day...
I think they wake up at about a quarter to four in the morning and pop open a can of Bud Light to get their day started. By the time the evening rolls around everyone's brains have turned into what I can only describe as jello. All of the weed smoking and beer along with the classic 80's tunes they've been listening to all day has clouded their judgement. With all of the beef that is consumed on Labor Day weekend at BBQ's I wouldn't be surprised if food poisoning or Mad Cow disease was a factor in the insanity as well. Now the fun begins...
This is about the time where if you happen to be traveling the roadways, and I don't recommend that you do, you will notice an increased amount of emergency lights on the side of the road. This is because everyone who was having 'so much fun' all day, decided to go ahead and drive home. The person pulled over can only mutter... "No officer, that isn't my joint in the ashtray, my Bud Light in the cup holder, or my Kenny Roggers in the CD player!"
I would rather not be working on Labor Day weekend. However, I plan to at least be entertained by what I must be forced to see over the weekend as anyone else who must work should, as well. I hope that everyone else has a fun and safe weekend.
Well, it isn't that I get so much that I am angry that I am always forced to work on these types of holiday weekends as it is that I become humored by it. I have become accustomed to the fact that holiday weekends can be some of the most adventuresome. The weekend has already started of with a bang... there were two incidents last night where people were not just casually taken to the hospital for illnesses, they were rushed to the hospital for life threatening ailments.
People get wasted on holiday weekends, especially Labor Day...
I think they wake up at about a quarter to four in the morning and pop open a can of Bud Light to get their day started. By the time the evening rolls around everyone's brains have turned into what I can only describe as jello. All of the weed smoking and beer along with the classic 80's tunes they've been listening to all day has clouded their judgement. With all of the beef that is consumed on Labor Day weekend at BBQ's I wouldn't be surprised if food poisoning or Mad Cow disease was a factor in the insanity as well. Now the fun begins...
This is about the time where if you happen to be traveling the roadways, and I don't recommend that you do, you will notice an increased amount of emergency lights on the side of the road. This is because everyone who was having 'so much fun' all day, decided to go ahead and drive home. The person pulled over can only mutter... "No officer, that isn't my joint in the ashtray, my Bud Light in the cup holder, or my Kenny Roggers in the CD player!"
I would rather not be working on Labor Day weekend. However, I plan to at least be entertained by what I must be forced to see over the weekend as anyone else who must work should, as well. I hope that everyone else has a fun and safe weekend.
