John Galban wrote:

Unfortunately, I think that you'll find that the cops these days are
caught up in a "cover your ass" mentality when it comes to terrorist
related calls.

Yeah, but the ones in my neighborhood walk up to the front door, ring the bell,
explain the situation (usually apologetically), and ask for information.

You know, like people are supposed to behave?

George Patterson
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