Just like any profession, there will be men of honor and men of low character.

I wanted to believe that the movie "Courageous" would inspire men to stand as honorable, above and beyond their duty to men and have a higher calling; but that hope I no longer have.

What I hope for now is that the good men who serve will call out the men who do not meet the basic standards of serve and protect. However, they no longer serve or protect. Do they?

Police are asked to look for revenue, to shake down the citizens from the top down. Knowing that, I have a problem with the profession. The temperament of many are not in line with this profession.

I know a few of those good men. I know them in uniform and outside of the uniform. They are good, decent, hardworking men. The problem is also the culture. These men are encouraged not to talk about policing. They are a tight knit group that must tow the line, they want to keep their noses clean while serving, remain humble and be the protectors that God designed. It is very difficult for them. I have no doubt they are worn down day after day and wonder what the hell they are doing.

Just like any man wanting to provide for his family, carrots are dangled in front of him for his obedience and silence. As for the public, you never know who will arrive to help you, if you will survive a misunderstanding or be killed.

The trust has been broken as with most institutions. I feel it can be repaired and must. But it is unknown, if it actually will.