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I know, show me where I said I would throw a tantrum. I only stated I'm not going to blindly follow any command a cop gives me.
Then just do what you are told with your eyes wide open.
You understand that here you are effectively agreeing with what the President said, right?
If any of the blame falls on the police, then admitting it is a step towards reconciliation.
Obama didn't say there was no blame on the other side.
Here's the quote for reference:
Yes, he is right about that, there needs to be mutual respect on both sides. I for one, in my normal police duties never had a problem, because I was smiling, friendly and approached most activities by the Black community as thou I were just curious, instead of dictatorial. A little levity goes a long way. Treating everyone with respect, goes a long way. I did both.
I'd wave, say hi and ask questions. I was never demanding or real authoritative, unless, there was an egregious crime in progress. Then, all bets were off.
I do realize that in most communities, the cops are hated. Sometimes it's justified, many times it isn't.