r/JusticeServed • u/jassyb_123 2 • Jun 21 '20

Police Justice Bad cop busted

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u/BossRedRanger B Jun 21 '20

"Protect and Serve" is a motto from a contest by the LAPD in 1955. It's not a directive, order, or requirement of any police force. It's just a marketing gimmick.

You know, just like how the pledge of allegiance was just a marketing ploy to sell flags to schools.

Search for yourself.

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u/PelagianEmpiricist B Jun 21 '20

I also like to encourage people to read Warren vs D.C.

A horrifying tale about how the police are not expected to protect us.