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10-01-2015, 11:27 PM
(10-01-2015, 01:50 PM)ssphoto Wrote: Curious to see how you all perceive the use of the word COP vs POLICE, or POLICE OFFICER.
I feel the word COP is overused and over time seems derogatory in how it's used, especially when used by media covering an event like a mass shooting.
On the other hand, it's really not that big a deal, but I'd prefer at least the media to use the POLICE at the very least in all matters.
Just my opinion.
I usually hear and read law enforcement referred to as "The Authorities". I'm not sure why it's used, it could mean anyone in charge of anything. In a mass shooting Authorities could be the CEO, President, Principle, Owner etc.
(10-01-2015, 01:50 PM)ssphoto Wrote: Curious to see how you all perceive the use of the word COP vs POLICE, or POLICE OFFICER.
I feel the word COP is overused and over time seems derogatory in how it's used, especially when used by media covering an event like a mass shooting.
On the other hand, it's really not that big a deal, but I'd prefer at least the media to use the POLICE at the very least in all matters.
Just my opinion.
I usually hear and read law enforcement referred to as "The Authorities". I'm not sure why it's used, it could mean anyone in charge of anything. In a mass shooting Authorities could be the CEO, President, Principle, Owner etc.
I feel the word COP is overused and over time seems derogatory in how it's used, especially when used by media covering an event like a mass shooting.
On the other hand, it's really not that big a deal, but I'd prefer at least the media to use the POLICE at the very least in all matters.
Just my opinion.
I usually hear and read law enforcement referred to as "The Authorities". I'm not sure why it's used, it could mean anyone in charge of anything. In a mass shooting Authorities could be the CEO, President, Principle, Owner etc.