Laquan McDonald dead . . . Officer Jason Van Dyke charged . . . Fellow Officers & Union supporting Van Dyke

As per yesterdays post . . . there is anger, a certain angst all over the matter of the cop in Chicago assassinating the kid on the street. Strong feelings resonate over the matter for both sides. The cop and the black man. 'Assassination' is the word I choose to describe what I observed from the dash cam by the way.

The questions that boom from my thoughts are as follows.

• Why was the tape suppressed for a year? I'm not buying the on going investigation. Common sense applied here . . . what new leads were being followed after a year?
• Did any of the others who were on the scene to serve and protect take exception to this incident? How is shooting a guy 16 times warranted? Simply spontaneous gun fire? Over kill? or lets consider this . . . how is the use of deadly force even warranted in the first place?
• Why did the prosecutor file charges minutes before the video was released?
• Was Officer Jason Van Dyke allowed to remain on active duty during this year long investigation? If so . . . weren't we all possible victims of his implementation of authority?
• Is the Union and supporting officers seeing the same dash cam video the rest of us have seen?

This is how it is explained in JusThis

Corruption is and always has been imbedded into the fabric of governmental systems. When a simple truth is revealed that might be construed as threatening, action is quickly taken to silence the voice of truth. The status quo must be maintained. Words are used to confuse and impede. The reins of power are held tightly in the hands of a few privileged individuals.

As the old saying goes, power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely. We are required to confront our daily decisions with pride and determination, and we must see our mistakes as life’s opportunities for learning. It is ignorance that binds evil to goodness. When we hold others accountable for committing the wrongful acts, then do those same things ourselves, we are hypocrites. It is, as it always shall be.

Another Day Another Shooting

This from a guy who hails out of the Windy City. Thought provoking. Still one has to wonder why the officer who shot the man was on duty for a year until the dash cam video was forced to be released to the public and then, and only then, did the officer get charged. Did the other officers voice any concerns regarding the shooting? Was it an assassination?

Way to far for me to understand WHY. Watch the Video and learn what is on the front line.

Tearing lights of of Christ Trees and a Catholic Priest telling people to lay down in the center of Michigan Ave on Black Friday to stop traffic on one of the busiest shopping days. He is seen yelling Black lives Matter while holding back two things. There are more Black on Black shootings than White on Black shootings. There is a major Gang war going on in Chicago right now and all of these people are ignoring what is happening in there own communities so lets take it the streets and shout Kill the White Mother Fuckers.

http://www.youngcons.com/black-lives-matter-protester-blows-whistle-in-cops-face-curses-him-out/

Trump isn't Afraid to Speak his Mind

This is me getting run over by another Republican. Anyways . . . the text in red was sent to me by a follower of this blog. To hear someone actually speak his mind is refreshing. It gets sickening watching everyone ducking the truth and running for cover. Not just politicians. I mean . . . Trump mentions people celebrating the Towers falling and gets lambasted. Love him or hate him, ya gotta appreciate his method of madness. Just think . . . some can't understand his popularity.

In Jersey City, within hours of two jetliners' plowing into the World Trade Center, law enforcement authorities detained and questioned a number of people who were allegedly seen celebrating the attacks and holding tailgate-style parties on rooftops while they watched the devastation on the other side of the river.

Drives ISIS

Drives ISIS. You must be kidding. History is just repeating itself. Tip: Why would these animals destroy ancient artifacts and cut off people heads?  Instead of looking for the truth in modern times go read some books of the OLDE DAYS and I believe you will learn some truths.

The Young and Restless lead by rumors in social media spread by the believes of historic events and funded by easy money selling oil (blunder) from the areas they captured and bought by greedier forces looking for and easy profit. Trump is right bomb the shit out of their oilfields as the U.S. has lots of oil under ground and get that pipe line built across the country so we can sell our oil.  Cut off the snakes head and the rest of its body will die. Remember the Gadsden flag, the defiant "Don't Tread on Me" symbol.

Need some more info read this:   http://www.gadsden.info/

You know who this is and is waiting to talk to you about a 3rd book.

Here is a response from the question I posted yesterday. I'm jumping on the opportunity of a lifetime and will be catching a flight out west tonight. Will post hopefully. Gotta keep a lid on identities and what not but am init to learn.

ISIS

What gives here? Anyone have ideas on what drives this machine? I'm curious.

The Minneapolis Police Shooting

I'll keep it short and to the point. On the one side the cops appear to be ducking behind Data Practices by remaining unresponsive. People want to know if the guy was shot while handcuffed and what the identity of the officers are. I tend to believe police work for 'us' and should be transparent as soon as possible. Lets hope that is the case here.

Denver Book-a-Thone

Where we go again. Hey . . . whats not to love about; snakes and actresses. Not sure of December 15 and Montana happening though.

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Robbery vs Burglary

A man got away with an undisclosed amount of cash after he robbed Ankeny’s Mini Mart No. 4 with a hunting knife Thursday morning.

Officers responded to a report of an active burglary at Ankeny’s, 902 12th St. SW, at about 8:45 a.m. just south of the fairgrounds, according to Austin Police Chief Brian Krueger.

Stealing property from a building is Burglary. Stealing property from a person is Robbery. Can you imagine Jesse James pulling a Bank Burglary? This is why I took pains to point out at the end of Justice to regard stories in the media with an inquiring mind. This is an actual story in the newspaper today. Got to be a mix up on behave of the reporter. The Police Chief can't be this stupid but I guess all things are possible. Let me ponder the question received today regarding the police in Minneapolis.

Where are . . . 'The Whys' . . . with Terrorism?

This has been on my mind for sometime now of course. I've had breakfast with the Iranians. Dined in Rochester with the Wearer of The Hijab. I was asked repeatedly to respect their privacy. This summer I hunted for the 'Whys' in Detroit, where the largest number of Muslims live. Hung out with 'Moe' in Mankato. Been interesting. They are a paranoid bunch. Photos anyone? You gotta be kidding. Quiet insightful I must say. I am well aware some won't get it. I figure all opinions count in the quest to uncover nuggets of understanding. I believe I've nailed some truths. Time for another book.

Positive Review from a Reader

Format: Kindle Edition Verified Purchase

Wow!
My husband and I read this book and loved it!!!!!!! Curt is a great story teller and "oh so believable!"
We felt that we knew the characters festering in "normal". We are all for " Jus This" Bravo Curt!

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A Verified Purchase Reader had this to say about my writing style. All points of view are very important, but if one is reviewing a book, I put more stock in the comments of those who have read the story.

Great To Know Minnesota has an Innocence Project.

Minneapolis Star Tribune

Roger Lee Olsen doesn’t talk much about what it was like to spend two years in the Stillwater prison labeled a child rapist.

“I was supposed to have been killed in there, that much I will tell you,” he said, his jaw trembling.

Olsen was freed in 2008 once Houston County investigators discovered evidence that led them to believe his accuser, a former stepdaughter, made up the story. But even back in society, his life remains in shambles. Still living in his hometown of La Crescent, he’s unemployable, and his mental and physical health have deteriorated. Worst of all, he said, no one — not the prosecutors, the police or the state of Minnesota — has ever said, “We’re sorry.”

Now, for the first time, the apology will come from taxpayers. Olsen is among three wrongfully imprisoned Minnesotans who will receive compensation under a new state law that makes him eligible for payment for the time lost behind bars and an array of other damages, like physical and psychological injury.

Your innocent until put under indictment. Then The Court of Public Opinion occurs. Nice World we live in - huh? 

By Shawna Tipton on September 8, 2015

Format: Paperback

This just discussed me as a mother that someone could write a book like this and be able to look
at him self in the mirror...So sad for this little girls mother and family to have to continue going
through more heart brake over what this man did

Let it be said . . . 'Brand of Justice' was written to include all points of views and not to be
directed by hate and scorn.I can't in an any sense tackle this comment because I get the
notion you did not read the story. You live in Montana, what are your thoughts on
Barry Beach, Shawna? I stand by this story and would write it over and over again.

We need to be informed, we need to be in the know.

Another Question Answered!

Seems to me your blog is hung up on one topic while the world around us is full of miore incidents that you are not addressing. WHY? Flap

Great question from a gentleman from Arizona. Here goes. On the one hand we have Paris but other stories remain the same.  Check the officers out reenacting a piece from Brand of Justice. I wrote this story after a long career in law enforcement and had a career that spanned many incidents and I mean many. My stories don't come via second hand accounts. That is how I tell my stories before they happen.

JusThis regards the matter of cops morphing into rapist. I was told the story wasn't plausible. Interesting huh? Cops are hard at it proving my story was right on the mark. Here is the lasted headline. Why do I respond to my critics? I feel . . . really feel . . . their input is vital. I need to respect them. I also have a passion regarding education as the key to improving our tomorrows.

Ely Police Officer Charged with Criminal Sexual Conduct ...

www.fox21online.com/.../ely-police-officer...criminal-sexual-conduct/36...

Oct 30, 2015 - A grand jury has returned an indictment against an Ely Police Officer, charging him with one count of third degree Criminal Sexual Conduct.

Knowledge is Empowering

BySam Bartellon September 8, 2015

Format: Paperback

So turns out I'm very familiar with the Hicks case. For him to be portrayed as
innocent in any way whatsoever makes this a work of fiction. The author should
be ashamed of himself for trying to sensationalize a monster who murdered,
and ended up admitting to it, a 3 year old little girl. The state of Montana stands
by and protects his children, so to think Hicks got an unfair "brand of justice" for
murdering a 3 year old is absurd. This is sickening.

'Brand of Justice' is a work of fiction. Agreed? One police officer read the story and claimed it
was non-fiction because it tells it the way it really is. I'm somewhat perplexed as to just how
the story portrays Mr Hicks. I'm of the opinion the world community as a whole stands by and
protects its children. With all due respect, your review would be more meaningful if you had
taken the time to actually read the story. No worries, you could pick up a used copy on
Amazon or Abe Books and I would not benefit monetarily. Knowledge is an empowering thing
indeed. Many thanks Sam. 

Knowledge Before Reading

By Jm on September 8, 2015

Format: Paperback

Know the true story of Mr Hicks before reading this. I refuse to feel bad for a child killer

that feels the system did him wrong. He did wrong by this innocent child and took the lifetime of love

and happiness that her family had to give.

I should think it is easy to understand the grief experienced when a child passes away. It is one of the

reasons it is imperative we have an impeccable Criminal Justice System. How does one know the true story

before reading?

Do not buy this book (This from Eric) & Jacob Wetterling

Do not buy this book

The claim that Jerimie Hicks is innocent is a crime in itself. I am from Great Falls, and I remember this case well. Below I have included information from the trial. A person who would shove a child into a wall hard enough to dent the wall is scum, and deserves the prison sentence he got. Please do not allow this author, or the criminals involved, to profit from this local tragedy.

[...]

"Hicks, who was alone in the house with Kaelyn when she sustained severe injuries, claimed that he shoved her into the wall out of frustration, but that she was fine after suffering minor injuries. Hicks told police that later the girl fell down the stairs after tripping on their puppy.
Emergency responders and doctors who later worked on Kaelyn that day testified that they did not believe the girl's injuries were consistent with a fall down the stairs."

Here goes . . . lets read between the lines. "Please do not allow this author, or the criminals involved . . . " wait a minute. Eric indicates Hicks was alone then writes this. I attribute it to an emotional response to a lose and get it. This is bigger than a local tragedy. Check this out from a former FBI Agent who also wrote a story highlighting the need for improvements in the Criminal Justice System. You see . . . their are cops out there who call it the way they see it and long for improvements. I am just one of them. So perhaps 'Striving to Be the Best' is just another book that needs bashing.

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — A former FBI agent who supervised theJacob Wetterling investigation says the agency botched how it first handled the man now considered a person of interest in the case.

(credit: CBS)

Al Garber wrote in “Striving To Be The Best,” his out-of-print 2009 memoir, that the FBI’s encounter with Danny Heinrich in 1990 was a “comedy of errors” and “a bad mistake.”

At least I tried . . .

The information in and around this book is based on lies. The hicks family, who Mr Rude holds so highly, wants nothing more than for their sociopath son to be released. They have gone to great lengths to help him including cleaning up the crime scene of the three year old girl he murdered! everything that happens to Jerimie Hicks and his sick family is deserved and does not come close to equalling the brand of justice they deserve! Go back to drugs mr. RUDE, at least those delusions are explainable. There is no explanation for profiting from the murder of a child! Shame on you Mr. Rude! Kaelyns momma.

This can all be sadly attributed to the ongoing suffering of a grieving mother. The book, its story evolved from my experiences in law enforcement. Sometimes the truth is stranger than fiction and I told this story long before Ferguson and on and on. I did not conclude that the Hicks family is 'sick' but only suffering their loss. My drug of choice is coffee and I am not delusional I can assure you. If I was on any other drug I would not be in a position to write stories and I guess actions speak louder than words. My stories capture what is going to happen and what needs to be improved. I choose to not forget Kaelyn. I choose to live and learn. I choose to share in the hope of better tomorrows. I am comfortable realizing I tried.

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest: At least I tried

Live and Learn

I did not, nor will I, read this book. This man says he attended the trial of Jerimie Hicks?
Who he quotes on the back of the book? If he did then he saw video testimony of Jerimie
admitting he bashed in a little girls head, and then put her in pajamas and left her upstairs
in her bed to die while he tried to clean the evidence. To quote him and portray him as a
victim completely sickens me... Mr. Rude the real victim was Kaelyn Serene Bray... She
was three... And Jerimie showed his character when he hurt her, and left her injured for hours.
How dare you profit from my sisters heartbreak.

I'm not sure what or if we can actually learn to avoid unpleasantness. I am certain that hate and condemnation is not the answer. Unfortunately others have also lost their precious lifes. I could pick and choose. Amara 11 - Sophie 8 -  Cecilliaa Schaffhausen are just one example, Profit from heartbreak? No. I was trained at the National Police Academy that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. We have to be vigilant for opportunities to learn. To understand . . . to better our Criminal Justice System. Jerimie is given an opportunity to express himself. His point of view would have been over looked. Jerimie and his family, who I can assure you are wonderful individuals, I mean his father was a police officer, love their son just as Kaelyn is loved by her family.

I believe that words are strong, that they can overwhelm what we fear when fear seems more awful than life is good. 

Andrew Solomon

At Least I Tried

Thanks goes out to none other than Mike for getting it. This is the reason I wrote JusThis. Thanks again Mike for the info.

In 2010, a woman sued the Grand Junction Police Department in Colorado, insisting the department erred in hiring officer Glenn Coyne and then failed to supervise him. Coyne was fired, and killed himself days after he was arrested on suspicion of raping the woman in September 2009.

That was sexual assault accusation No. 3, court records show.

While Coyne was still with the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, another woman accused him of subjecting her to a strip search and groping her. The complaint came after Grand Junction had completed its background check, and Mesa County officials - who declined comment - did not investigate or inform Coyne's new employer, according to court records.

On One Last Assignment

Running Down the last pieces of my next savage tale that is too true . . .

Really?

JusThis or Brand of Justice