POLL! Why Don’t People Want to Be Eureka Police Officers?
Earlier this week, the Eureka Police Officers Association issued an open letter to the community sounding the alarm on the EPD’s recent understaffing issues which resulted in current officers working overtime in an attempt to meet the needs of the city.
In short, they say, no one wants to be cops. Why do you think that is?
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“Being an officer is depressing work. More and more, cops seem to have to spend their days attending to the mental health challenges of the community. That sounds like a grim day-to-day existence, no? The mission is not what it once was.”
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“Being a cop in California is a constant losing battle. Liberal state politicians have done a lot of foolish things in an attempt to reform our criminal justice system in recent years which have ultimately resulted in our cops feeling like their hands are tied while trying to fight rising crime. Is it any wonder why sensible people are leaving this state?!”
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“No one wants to be a cop because the world has awoken to the systemic issues within policing. Racial bias, lack of accountability, use of violence — you aren’t going to reform the inherent oppressive nature of this archaic profession. We know there are better ways to ensure harmonious communities and we’re not going back to sleep.”
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“Being a cop is not going to win you any popularity contests nowadays. Who wants to go to work every day knowing a significant portion of the population you’re tasked with serving hates your entire profession?”
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“It’s scary out there! Being a cop is a dangerous job and the fear of not coming home to your family at night is real.”
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“It’s just a money thing. Other agencies elsewhere pay better for similar work. We’re a small town. Unless you quickly rise through the ranks you’re going to move on.”
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“You asked specifically about working for the Eureka Police Department. As someone in the know, I’ll tell you, other area departments just offer a better working environment and perks. And I will expand on my knowledge of such things in the comments below.”
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