As the presidential election approaches, there’s buzz about how police votes might sway the outcome. Tom Weitzel, the outspoken ex-Riverside Police Chief, thinks cops and their families might give Kamala Harris the cold shoulder because of her anti-police stance. He’s got a point, especially considering her anti-police history.
Weitzel’s not holding back. He reckons the combined votes of officers and their families could hit a whopping 1.5 million. That’s not peanuts! With over 710,000 full-time officers, and more than 840,000 when you throw in federal and specialized agencies, their votes could really shake things up. For Weitzel, it’s all about public safety – who’s doing the most to fight crime and back the police.
He’s pretty blunt about Harris’s track record. She hasn’t exactly been chummy with the police, especially compared to Trump, whose team consistently tipped their hat to first responders. Remember when Trump honored that retired fire chief who tragically died protecting his family during an attempt on Trump’s life? That’s the kind of gesture that hits home with law enforcement.
Harris’s Missteps with Law Enforcement
Harris, on the other hand, seems to have a talent for rubbing people the wrong way. Despite her long career in law enforcement roles, her actions often tell a different tale. She’s backed bail funds for protesters during the chaotic 2020 riots – a move that Weitzel argues doesn’t exactly scream “pro-police.” And let’s not forget the 2004 incident when Harris, then San Francisco DA, opted not to seek the death penalty for a gang member who killed a cop. That decision raised eyebrows even within her own party.
Police Officer Safety Statistics
- Frequency of police shootings: Every 22 hours
- Increase in assaults on officers since 2020: Significant
- Weitzel’s message: Vote for public safety and support law enforcement
As we inch closer to election day, Weitzel is urging voters to think about the rise in crime since 2020. With more attacks and shootings targeting police officers, he highlights a sobering stat: a cop is shot on duty every 22 hours in America. Weitzel’s message is crystal clear – vote for public safety and back the blue to keep things in check.
Biden-Harris Administration Blunders
Of course, we can’t talk elections without pointing out some major slip-ups from the current administration. The Biden-Harris team has had its fair share of oopsies. From dealing with the border crisis about as gracefully as a drunk elephant to messing up international diplomacy, including pushing Europe not to scold Iran despite its nuclear shenanigans. They even managed to blow $320 million on a pier project off Gaza that crumbled in rough seas – talk about money going down the drain faster than their popularity!
Trump Era Achievements
Now, looking back at Trump’s time, it wasn’t all Twitter storms and rallies. Let’s chat about what got done! The Trump team signed the CARES Act, dishing out huge relief during the COVID-19 mess, and sped up vaccine development with Operation Warp Speed – now that’s what you call moving at lightning pace. They pumped up the economy, cut red tape, and cheered on small businesses like nobody’s business.
Trump Administration Highlights
- Signed the CARES Act for COVID-19 relief
- Launched Operation Warp Speed for rapid vaccine development
- Boosted the economy and reduced regulations
- Supported small businesses
When you stack up conservative values against the liberal circus we often see, it’s no wonder why backing those who support law enforcement and believe in strong national security strikes a chord with so many Americans. It’s about putting law and order first, not chaos, and making sure all citizens are safe and can thrive.
To wrap it up, the upcoming election is more than just a political showdown – it’s a choice between keeping the peace and diving deeper into mayhem. The law enforcement vote could be the wild card that tips the scales – possibly away from someone seen as anti-police towards someone who gets and appreciates what our officers go through. And wouldn’t it be great to have leaders who actually did?
