Monday, August 15, 2011

Police look to change uniforms

According to this article in the Houston Chronicle, the Houston Police Department is looking to retire its light blue over dark blue uniform and to replace it with a more militaristic style "body dress uniform" assembly in navy blue.

Apparently there is a need for the force to use more rugged military-style uniforms when "working" the streets.
"The younger officers wanted a little more tactical, user-friendly uniform for running and tackling people. You don't go to a fight in a suit. If you're going to have to engage someone, chase someone, why not wear clothing more appropriate for the situation?" -- Gary Blankinship, President, Houston Police Officers' Union
That's just what we need in Houston, a bunch of armed men dressed like paramilitary members running and tackling people on the street. Ladies and gentlemen, the illusion is over. The police aren't out there to protect the citizenry, they're out there to assault the citizenry.
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2 comments:

  1. shadowmibJuly 3, 2012 at 7:57 AM

    As someone who has worn both types of uniforms, I can tell you the BDU type tactical uniforms are also much more comfortable, cooler, and less maintenance. The dress uniforms aren't well suited for jumping over fences, running, and other physical pursuits. Anything that makes it easier for the police to catch some punk rapist or thief from escaping is good in my book.

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  2. shadowmibJuly 3, 2012 at 7:58 AM

    As someone who has worn both types of uniforms, I can tell you the BDU type tactical uniforms are also much more comfortable, cooler, and less maintenance. The dress uniforms aren't well suited for jumping over fences, running, and other physical pursuits. Anything that makes it easier for the police to catch some punk rapist or thief from escaping is good in my book.

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