Jan 9, 2021
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, meant to recognize the men and women in blue for upholding the oath to protect and to serve.
“Cops” whether municipal, county, state, military or federal officers have a very tough job made all the more difficult in today’s acrid environment where just a few bad apples cause people to judge all of our valued protectors.
To appreciate our officers, one need only look at what happened to U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who died from injuries suffered in Wednesday’s riots when a mob stormed the Capitol building.
Jan 9, 2021
How appropriate that we recognize law enforcement officers and the rule of law in the aftermath of Wednesday’s assault on the U.S. Capitol.
Today is National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, meant to recognize the men and women in blue for upholding the oath to protect and to serve.
“Cops,” whether municipal, county, state, military or federal officers, have a very tough job made all the more difficult in today’s acrid environment where just a few bad apples cause people to judge all of our valued protectors.
If you have a police officer as a friend or a family member, today is a good time to show them that you appreciate how difficult their job is.
U.S. Attorney’s Office urges Oregonians to observe Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) Every January, the U.S. Attorney’s Office joins communities around the state in observing Law Enforcement Appreciation Day to honor the distinguished service and tremendous personal sacrifice of Oregon’s law enforcement officers. This year’s observance takes place on Saturday, Jan. 9.
“This past year has brought several unprecedented challenges to our country and the law enforcement profession. Working in law enforcement is, now more than ever, one of the hardest and most important jobs in our country. The thousands of men and women who fill these roles do so not for personal accolade or attention, but out of an unwavering sense of duty to the communities they serve,” said U.S. Attorney Billy J. Williams.
National Law Enforcement Day 2021: 10 Ways To Show Appreciation For Police
KEY POINTS
National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day falls on Jan. 9 every year
This event was created in 2015 by multiple organizations to honor and express their gratitude for law enforcement officers
Among the suggested ways to show appreciation for officers are wearing blue and turning social media pages blue
Men and women from all walks of life put on their uniforms every day to maintain peace and order in society. Whether it s responding to civil unrest, maintaining order at sporting events or just helping a stray cat get down from a tree, law enforcement officers take on a wide range of responsibilities in order to keep communities safe.