To Serve and Protect: Public Servants, Corporate Influence, and Government Reform.
(ThyBlackMan.com) The phrase “to serve and protect” has been the motto of the Los Angeles Police Department since 1963. The popularity of this phrase has led to its subsequent use by other police departments throughout North America. It means actively assisting and safeguarding others by providing service to the community and ensuring their safety. It signifies a duty to uphold the law and protect citizens from harm. While it is most commonly used in reference to law enforcement, it has a […]