For untold decades various ethnic, racial and religious groups have been subjected to stereotyping. Blacks and Latinos as criminals, Muslims as terrorists, Asians as underhanded — the list goes on and on.

In today’s world, another group has been added to the list: law enforcement.

The unjust and despicable acts of so very few are no justification to condemn an entire group.

Throughout my 85 years, I’ve known a number of police officers. In no instance have I viewed any of them with suspicion or fear. An honest, law-abiding citizen who is not disrespectful or belligerent has nothing to fear.

George West

Ligonier Township

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