During my recent travels about town, I've noticed a number of police cars pulled off on the side of the road. A couple here, couple there, appearing to be engrossed in some sort of heavy conversation.
Turns out, local law enforcement has decided to go all energy-conscious by pulling themselves over to save gas. But save the "Ah. How selfless! How altruistic!" comments.
It's not by choice.
The price of gas has knocked them out of the car and onto the streets--as in, foot patrols. Fighting real crime--instead of sitting in an air-conditioned patrol car working radar or dressing up as Uncle Sam to hassle drivers--is one unintended positive that $4 plus a gallon brings a community.
Plus, with so cars many idling on the side of the road, it just serves as one huge reminder about just how much of a Police State Florida has become.
Pass the donuts, please.
