The history of corruption in the State of New Jersey does not have a shelf life. It is a shame that we continue to have this conversation. Hopefully, the Governor elect, Christopher Christie can change this sad state of affairs. I am willing to give him some time, but I do not think much is going to change. The following links will explain some of what I am talking about.
http://cultureofcorruption.com/NJ_State_Police.html
http://www.inmateabuse.tv/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=26
This blog was created solely for my students to generate intellectual dialogue with their classmates. Reach one and teach one. Peace.
5 comments:
To me , the lesson of this post is that "the states are corrupt" , based on the test Mr. Riviera ran on Nebraska . As for New Jersey , the level of corruption is untenable because not only the civilians affected , but those within certain policing admnistrations feel threatened . Therefore , they file lawsuits . As a result , we elected a new Governor who even campaigned on the "New Jersey corruption" ,so let us see what he brings to the table . I hope he reneges on his promise . Or else , we will vote him out !!!!
LJ 6631
Khadeeja: the story about Mr. Rivera was upsetting to say the least. I hate what they call "code of Blue", basically meaning that no matter if the police are wrong, other officers should turn the other cheek. What happened to morals? What happened to Honor? One currupt officer has the potential to make all officers look bad. The distrust that is withing the system in so evident in the feelings of the communities inwhich they police. The system of law also seems shady, for they allow honest officers like River become victims of the very thing they choose to exspose.
The situation with Mr. Rivera and the county sheriff wouldn't have tanspire if only the officers knew that the law did not have a rule that states "failure to ID ones self is an offense". Hopefully Mr. Rivera is found not guilty in the civil court.
Unfortunately this is the world we live in and if you are a stand up person, especially one that is noticeable and goes above and beyond more than likely you'll have enemies and receive the shittier end of the stick. We've seen it happen to many great leaders by way of assassination. If nothing else was learned from the incident at least it's a comfort to know that there are still good people out there and that works as encouragement. Fortunately things will turn around for Rivera and he will be rewarded with the respect and honor he truly deserves.LC1736
Unfortunatley in this crazy world thats how most cops operate dealing with corrupt partners or ranking officers and have to act like nothin happened when its the police doing wrong in alot of situations... SBD 3013
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