07-29-2009, 11:17 AM
frank, I suppose that I have to inquire about your logic of arguing that a police force could create a slow down strike by doing things "By the book"? Is that not what the local, state or federal governments require of Police Officers? Using your logic Frank, would you suggest that an Officer who does not follow rules or regulations "By the book" to still be performing their duties as properly required? Wouldn't they be considered rogue and or in abuse of power if they did not work "By the book" and more importantly to the letter of the law? Is it also not true that police departments have internal investigation units and an office of professional standards that maintain the efficacy of the department and in fact contend with and often prosecute Officers who do not respond, work and act "By the book"? Just one last question Frank, if your house was broken into, our your car stolen, or a member of your family mugged- will you want the Officers to respond and act accordingly and "By the book" or shall they just show up?
A slow down strike may work in a factory setting, or maybe even in an office but to argue that the men and women who work in the police force can force an issue like this is absurd.
A slow down strike may work in a factory setting, or maybe even in an office but to argue that the men and women who work in the police force can force an issue like this is absurd.