Boycott HPD

[Gator Guy]

Unfortunately, there are a lot of good men and women, who are shackled to him through no choice of their own.

They have as at least as much choice as people who work for Dick's Sporting Goods, Levi's, UnderArmor, Yeti...

[Vol Texan]

Unfortunately, there are a lot of good men and women, who are shackled to him through no choice of their own.

They have as at least as much choice as people who work for Dick's Sporting Goods, Levi's, UnderArmor, Yeti...

It is unfair to compare and contrast the career choice of a veteran LEO who may have many years invested in the job with a cashier or stock clerk who could likely fine three dozen equal jobs within a quarter-mile radius of the current employer.

I personally know some GREAT HPD officers who put their life on the line every day to help protect the city. Let’s not bash all of them because their latest boss (who will eventually leave - as has each of his predecessors) is a dill weed.

[Gator Guy]

To paraphrase Beruity, speaking the truth is not bashing.

[Bitter Clinger]

To paraphrase Beruity, speaking the truth is not bashing.

With the caveat being that it actually has to be true.

[Vol Texan]

To paraphrase Beruity, speaking the truth is not bashing.

In two recent posts, you've decided to 'bash' all HPD officers because they choose to remain gainfully employed under Acevedo (in violation of Forum Rule #9), and then accuse all LTC instructors as being opposed to the constitution.

I hope you'll respond to this comment constructively, and engage in conversation, rather than continue with the backhanded jabs.

[Jusme]

Unfortunately, there are a lot of good men and women, who are shackled to him through no choice of their own.

They have as at least as much choice as people who work for Dick's Sporting Goods, Levi's, UnderArmor, Yeti...

And then be replaced, by those who agree with his stance, and be the largest unconstitutional street gang in history. Those who choose to stay, and uphold their oath, along with the old piece of paper, in Washington DC, are the only thing holding Acevedo back. JMHO

[puma guy]

Acevedo is a bad person, with fluid morals.

[OneGun]

I agree with the sentiment that Chief Acevado is not in my top 6 choices for Chief. Personally, I like Sheriff Clarke from Milwaukee Wisconsin.

However, I do not understand how to boycott your local law enforcement agency. It's not like I conduct ordinary business with HPD. However, they are there to interfere with my preferred velocity when driving, and they are the agency that answers all 911 calls where I work and live.

In addition, I have met a number of officers that would prefer that Acevado return to Kommiefornia, his origin in law enforcement.

I hope the next chief believes in the Constitution!! But for now, I am stuck with this thorn. I hope the dirty narcotics cop scandal that left a husband and wife dead will lead to a change in leadership.

[OneGun]

Unfortunately, there are a lot of good men and women, who are shackled to him through no choice of their own.

They have as at least as much choice as people who work for Dick's Sporting Goods, Levi's, UnderArmor, Yeti...

Wrong! The retail positions you mention are not the same as the unionized positions at HPD. The officers pensions, health care, etc. are linked to their seniority. They cannot change jobs as easily as changing retail employment positions without giving up quite a bit on benefits and seniority. You made a poor comparison.

[Gator Guy]

Unfortunately, there are a lot of good men and women, who are shackled to him through no choice of their own.

They have as at least as much choice as people who work for Dick's Sporting Goods, Levi's, UnderArmor, Yeti...

Wrong! The retail positions you mention are not the same as the unionized positions at HPD.

Good point! Not only is the Houston Police management anti-RKBA but the Houston Police union is also anti-RKBA and (unlike HPD management chosen by politicians) the Houston Police do choose their union leaders.

I made a poor comparison by creating this topic because HPD is much MUCH more boycott-worthy than Benchmade.

Thank you!

[Take Down Sicko]

We dont need this clown (Avocado) in charge of anything in our city.

[apostate]

We dont need this clown (Avocado) in charge of anything in our city.

As a clown, he makes Pennywise seem warm, cuddly, and benevolent.

[JustSomeOldGuy]

Far as I am concerned he is no longer welcome in Texas. I was so happy when he left Austin. He needs to be sent back to California. His politics are not welcome in this state. He's a hypocrite of the highest form. He's anti-gun yet carries a weapon as a "police officer". If the Houston mayor had any courage he would fire Art. Send him packing.

Actually, I've been thinking Cuba or Venezuela......

[RoyGBiv]

I boycott all law enforcement agencies. I make it a point to not do any business with or interact with them in an official capacity in any way. I don't break the law and they leave me alone. It's a mutual thing.

For those that didn't detect it, my comment was a tongue in cheek play on the words "law enforcement agencies", "boycott" and "official capacity". In other more plain and direct terms, I was making a joke about not getting busted by being a law abiding citizen.

I know it is hard to pick up the subtleties and nuances of jokes in a written format such as this but I thought in this case the joke would be obvious. Apparently, I was wrong.

I too have attended a Citizens Academy and I meet regularly with a deputy I mentor.

My back is wack. My sarcasm detector has been negatively affected.

Apologies.!

[mojo84]

I boycott all law enforcement agencies. I make it a point to not do any business with or interact with them in an official capacity in any way. I don't break the law and they leave me alone. It's a mutual thing.

For those that didn't detect it, my comment was a tongue in cheek play on the words "law enforcement agencies", "boycott" and "official capacity". In other more plain and direct terms, I was making a joke about not getting busted by being a law abiding citizen.

I know it is hard to pick up the subtleties and nuances of jokes in a written format such as this but I thought in this case the joke would be obvious. Apparently, I was wrong.

I too have attended a Citizens Academy and I meet regularly with a deputy I mentor.

My back is wack. My sarcasm detector has been negatively affected.

Apologies.!

No worries. Sorry about your back and hope you heal up soon. Back pain is quite debilitating.