Unfortunately, Moore of the Same from the Chief Dear Members, It is difficult to express the level of utter disgust and disappointment with Chief Moore’s politically pandering directive to remove thin blue line flags and memorials for fallen officers from all public areas within our police stations. This direction came as a result of complaints from anti-police, criminal apologists, and activists who hold too much sway over our city leaders and, unfortunately, our Chief. We vehemently oppose this disrespectful and defeatist kowtowing by our department leadership to groups that praise the killing of police officers and outright call for violence against those of us in uniform. We have directly expressed our outrage to the Chief. Let’s all remember what the thin blue line flag is and what it represents: ‘The thin blue line flag features a black and white image of the American flag with the horizontal stripe beneath the field of white stars on the black background. The stars represent the citizenry who stand for justice and order. The darkness represents chaos and anarchy, and to many, a memorial to the law enforcement officers who have perished in the line of duty.’ It is a symbol of unity, of common purpose and pride in our work to try and keep the public safe. We call on Chief Moore to stand up for what is right, not cater to the police abolitionists, criminal apologists and other anti-public safety fringe groups and support our officers and the symbol that so honorably represents them. Very Truly Yours, BOARD OF DIRECTORS Los Angeles Police Protective League About the LAPPL: Formed in 1923, the Los Angeles Police Protective League (LAPPL) represents the more than 9,900 dedicated and professional sworn members of the Los Angeles Police Department. The LAPPL serves to advance the interests of LAPD officers through legislative and legal advocacy, political action and education. The LAPPL can be found online at www.LAPD.com Download Our Mobile App Listen To Our Podcast ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Los Angeles Police Protective League | 1308 W 8th St, Los Angeles, CA 90017 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | Our Privacy Policy | Constant Contact Data Notice Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!