It seems that police tend to want to be in some sort of quasi-state. Not really government but not really common citizens. They don't want to be responsible for the laws that are passed but choose to enforce them anyways. Even when those laws go against their oath of office. They claim they are just common citizens...until they are treated that way. Call one "dude" and see how they react. See if they consider themselves a common man or if they demand respect.

They want to have access to the restricted gear and enforce laws against common citizens having that same gear but turn around and want to be considered no different from those same common citizens.

As a common citizen I am required to "know the law" but the police (whos job is to enforce the laws) isn't required to know the law.

I understand they have a tough job...but they chose that. No one forced them to take it. Chose what side you are on. Then quit demanding the benefits of being on both sides.

If you are for the common citizens...then start being verbal about the illegality of the new laws...in your precinct, to your co-workers, to your bosses, to the legislature...start making it verbal that you won't enforce these laws. Urge your co-workers to follow your example.

If you are for the government...quit crying that these companies won't sell to you. This is what you wanted.