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A Letter My Daughter Sent To President Bush in 2001
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Posted almost 5 years ago This is a letter my daughter sent to the President April 2001 She totally amazed me with her words and concern for Law Enforcement Members. Dear President Bush My name is _____ K___ and I am 10 years old. I am the daughter of a police detective and was wondering why doesn’t government recognize police as they do war veterans. I truly respect all war veterans of this country as well as all police in this country. I find it difficult that this country doesn’t provide medical services for the police in the same way it does our veterans. It would be nice for our country to respect the police the same way as it does our heros of all wars for this country. The police fight a daily war on our streets and many lose their lives or are injured in the line of duty. War is declared when our military fights for our country and nothing is ever declared when the police fight for our communities, cities and states. There are thousands of police who lost their lives fighting for the rights of our people. Mr. President please help our police departments with providing a United States Law Enforcement Veterans Organization, which can provide medical assistance for our heros in this great country. I am in no way comparing the veterans of war to the police, but I believe that the police are also veterans of war in our communities. I don’t believe that there is much difference in the types of war that the police and veterans have fought and are still fighting, but the war on our streets will never end. The police will continue to fight for our wellbeing and our rights for protection against the criminals in this country. I would be very pleased if you, Mr. President, would help our police with medical assistance in the same way as our great country does for our war heros. Mr. President, my dad is a single parent who raises me and my 14 year old brother and works many of overtime hours to pay our bills and protects our Great State of Louisiana. It would be nice if our country would show more respect for men and women that serve in our GREAT AMERICAN COUNTRY!
_____ K___
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Out of the mouth of Babies. It was once said the way to understand men is to understand their basic principles. 1 All men need to feel they are better than at least one other person. 2 Man naturally accumulates objects. 3 Man naturally feels his objects maybe less superior than his neighbors. 4 Men are naturally driven to improve his position in comparison to what he knows about others. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago You should be very proud of her and I have the upmost respect for you raising your children. I was in the same situation with my father. That letter she wrote is very well spoken and she is absolutely right, police officers, fire fighters, and to all those who risk their lives in this country to protect the average day citizen are not recognized enough. I am very proud of her and don't her, but her words truly speak the kind of young lady you have raised wonderfully. God Bless. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago It was her own words. She did it all by herself.. She is very intelligent. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago God Bless your daughter. She said it all. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago BRAVO!! |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Wow, What an impressive young lady! I know you are very proud! |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago LaDet, you're a lucky papa. You've been blessed with a very special little girl. But it doesn't matter, does is dad? We'll still do our job. God willing, we'll get what we need while we're above ground, and we'll be surrounded with and honored by our brothers and sisters when we're planted. Now and then, even the citizens we protect will come out. Every time I attend an officer's funeral, that strikes me the most vividly. Honor is a reward in iteslf. Semper Fi. Stay safe, Sir. Scotch. Because the world's problems are not solved over white wine.
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| Posted almost 5 years ago LaDET says ...
This little lady will go far. She knows how to say what is in her heart. Peacock feathers should be in full fan around your heart as I know they are. Did she ever get a response from the White House? "Don’t judge me until you have walked a mile in my moccasins." -------
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Be proud of that young girl. She is clearly proud of her dad and the other police officers in this country. BRAVO!!!! She knows we do not do it for the rewards. We do it for the people........ our family and this country.................and we will continue to do it for people with hearts like her's. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago She sounds like a very smart girl. I think she'll have a very bright future. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Great job!! I'd be interested to know if she got any response from the office???? |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago She received a thank for contacting the president and a kids gift pack |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Of course they will never actually answer her questions. Just send her a thank you for asking. It was once said the way to understand men is to understand their basic principles. 1 All men need to feel they are better than at least one other person. 2 Man naturally accumulates objects. 3 Man naturally feels his objects maybe less superior than his neighbors. 4 Men are naturally driven to improve his position in comparison to what he knows about others. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago That is one little lady to be proud of!!!! I wish adults were half as intellegent and respectful!!!! Have a great day and keep safe!
"Until one has truly loved an animal, a part of their soul remains unawakened". |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago That is awesome! I agree whole heartedly that our law enforcement officers should get the same medical benefits as our active duty military members do. Blessed be the LORD, my rock, Who trains my hands for war, And my fingers for battle. Ps144:1 |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Wow, great thoughts and a very well written letter. How old is your daughter, My neice sure isnt as worried about my health insurance as your daughter is. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago What an amazing 10 year old girl. That letter was awesome. You sould be very proud of her! |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago You should walk around each and everyday with your head held higher then most, you are the rightfully so proud parent of an amazing 10 year old. She has wisdom and insight far beyond her 10 years on earth. You should give yourself a well deserved pat on the back for raising this fine young American!
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| Posted almost 5 years ago ....And she is only ten? I bet she gets her morals and values from her Dad. I say, Hats off to you! |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago La Det, you should be proud. Now we need to forward that letter to every legislator we can. PL Mentoring Team Member My day begins when yours ends. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago We both thank everyone for the replies..She checks this out almost everyday for the replies. She is very intelligent and has great respect for LEO's. Thanks again |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago So, now she is 17. Any goals of being a writer. She certainly has the skills and obvious mindset to express herself with great poise and dignity. GREAT job. Retired AF Security Police Senior Master Sergeant (E-8)/1st Sergeant (26 years active duty). Proud to be called a COP!
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| Posted almost 5 years ago keeneagle She writes poetry, but her goal is to be a politician and fight for the rights of Law Enforcement. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago LaDET says ...
Tell her she should follow her dreams. They will take her for a wonderful ride. Good Luck on all that she does. "Don’t judge me until you have walked a mile in my moccasins." -------
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| Posted almost 5 years ago I wish her the best in her career and am very glad that there is someone like her fighting for LEOs. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Wow!! Awesome!! What a little blessing!! |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago We both thank everyone for the replies..She checks this out almost everyday for the replies. She is very intelligent and has great respect for LEO's.
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| Posted almost 5 years ago That's an amazing little girl. To have the respect and thoughtfulness for all that our officers do....It's amazing to see someone of her age who actually appreciates and understands all that officers have to go through. Tthe understanding of the continous battle that our officers of this great nation have to face every day. Thanks for writing that letter little Ms. King, you will be an encouragement to young people everywhere if you always keep that dedication and appreciation. |
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| Posted almost 5 years ago Thanks |
