2/17
Now, without context, I wouldn’t hold it against you if you assumed this tweet has to do with the January 6th insurrection. A violent mob. An attack on our nation. A dangerous situation for Law enforcement officers. #velshi
Now, without context, I wouldn’t hold it against you if you assumed this tweet has to do with the January 6th insurrection. A violent mob. An attack on our nation. A dangerous situation for Law enforcement officers. #velshi
3/17
That was tweeted out last summer by the Fraternal Order of Police - the oldest and largest union representing police officers in the United States. And it’s in reference to the Black Lives Matter movement. #velshi
That was tweeted out last summer by the Fraternal Order of Police - the oldest and largest union representing police officers in the United States. And it’s in reference to the Black Lives Matter movement. #velshi
4/17
It’s referring to a specific story about BLM protesters allegedly shooting at a black police officer in Wisconsin. That’s some strong language by the Fraternal Order of Police. But one glance at its Twitter page reveals that rhetoric is pretty standard. #velshi
It’s referring to a specific story about BLM protesters allegedly shooting at a black police officer in Wisconsin. That’s some strong language by the Fraternal Order of Police. But one glance at its Twitter page reveals that rhetoric is pretty standard. #velshi
5/17
There are tweets referring to suspects as “dirtbags”. The Twitter page consistently rails against progressive lawmakers, calling for Americans to “vote their behinds out”, except they don’t use the word “behind”. Every few tweets is a video of a Fox News segment. #velshi
There are tweets referring to suspects as “dirtbags”. The Twitter page consistently rails against progressive lawmakers, calling for Americans to “vote their behinds out”, except they don’t use the word “behind”. Every few tweets is a video of a Fox News segment. #velshi
6/17
So needless to say, the F.O.P is not shy about defending law enforcement. Which is why it’s even more baffling that the typically vocal union has been uncharacteristically quiet when it comes to defending the police officers who fended off rioters on Jan. 6th. #velshi
So needless to say, the F.O.P is not shy about defending law enforcement. Which is why it’s even more baffling that the typically vocal union has been uncharacteristically quiet when it comes to defending the police officers who fended off rioters on Jan. 6th. #velshi
7/17
To be fair, the union decried the attack on the capitol from the start, calling on the insurrectionist President at the time to “forcefully urge” the “demonstrators” to “stop their unlawful activity”. #velshi
To be fair, the union decried the attack on the capitol from the start, calling on the insurrectionist President at the time to “forcefully urge” the “demonstrators” to “stop their unlawful activity”. #velshi
8/17
According to Metro DC Police Officer Michael Fanone, the support pretty much stopped there. Fanone was 1 of the many officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6th. He was assaulted with his own taser, later suffered a heart attack & now has lingering brain injuries. #velshi
According to Metro DC Police Officer Michael Fanone, the support pretty much stopped there. Fanone was 1 of the many officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6th. He was assaulted with his own taser, later suffered a heart attack & now has lingering brain injuries. #velshi
9/17
Fanone and three other officers painted a daunting picture of that day while testifying before a House Committee. After his testimony, Fanone told the media that he was disappointed in the union. #velshi
Fanone and three other officers painted a daunting picture of that day while testifying before a House Committee. After his testimony, Fanone told the media that he was disappointed in the union. #velshi
10/17
Fanone hoped it would come out stronger against the insurrectionists who maimed, poisoned, hit, kicked, stabbed and in one case, killed, police officers. He says it took the union six months to reach out following the insurrection. #velshi
Fanone hoped it would come out stronger against the insurrectionists who maimed, poisoned, hit, kicked, stabbed and in one case, killed, police officers. He says it took the union six months to reach out following the insurrection. #velshi
11/17
In response, the FOP referred back to it's original statement released on Jan. 6th & added in part, "We continue to offer our support, gratitude & love for our brothers & sisters in law enforcement who successfully fought off the rioters.” But that's it. #velshi
In response, the FOP referred back to it's original statement released on Jan. 6th & added in part, "We continue to offer our support, gratitude & love for our brothers & sisters in law enforcement who successfully fought off the rioters.” But that's it. #velshi
12/17
That's unusually quiet for a union when their members come under actual physical threat. Why is it that the largest police union in the nation is largely ignoring one of the most egregious attacks on law enforcement that this country has ever witnessed? #velshi
That's unusually quiet for a union when their members come under actual physical threat. Why is it that the largest police union in the nation is largely ignoring one of the most egregious attacks on law enforcement that this country has ever witnessed? #velshi
13/17
If you go to the website for the Fraternal Order of Police, you’ll see the motto: “The voice of the nation’s law enforcement officers” right above this prominently placed photo of, well, you know who. #velshi
If you go to the website for the Fraternal Order of Police, you’ll see the motto: “The voice of the nation’s law enforcement officers” right above this prominently placed photo of, well, you know who. #velshi
14/17
The Fraternal Order of Police—like many police unions & police officers in this country—still support the fmr. president. Despite what happened on Capitol Hill on Jan. 6, many cops liked & continue to like the very guy who tried to set American democracy on fire. #velshi
The Fraternal Order of Police—like many police unions & police officers in this country—still support the fmr. president. Despite what happened on Capitol Hill on Jan. 6, many cops liked & continue to like the very guy who tried to set American democracy on fire. #velshi
15/17
I'm a vocal supporter of unions & have been for decades. It's critical that workers have a say in their work-life & have access to solid representation but it’s also critical that we call out unions that are making decisions & this is one of those instances. #velshi
I'm a vocal supporter of unions & have been for decades. It's critical that workers have a say in their work-life & have access to solid representation but it’s also critical that we call out unions that are making decisions & this is one of those instances. #velshi
16/17
Were the desperate cries of its officers being brutally abused by Trump supporters on Jan. 6th loud enough for the union to set politics aside in the true interest of their members? Let’s hope so. #velshi
Were the desperate cries of its officers being brutally abused by Trump supporters on Jan. 6th loud enough for the union to set politics aside in the true interest of their members? Let’s hope so. #velshi
17/17
When it comes to domestic extremism and anti-democratic action in America, police— and police unions - need to be part of the solution, not part of the problem. #velshi
When it comes to domestic extremism and anti-democratic action in America, police— and police unions - need to be part of the solution, not part of the problem. #velshi
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