Milwaukee County Sheriff: You Can Hide Under The Bed, Or You Can Fight Back

Posted on: January 28th, 2013

A sheriff who urged Milwaukee-area residents in a radio ad to learn to handle firearms so they can defend themselves is dismissing pointed criticism from the city’s mayor — calling the mayor’s response “weak” and telling Fox News “my job is to protect the public.”

Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke Jr. stirred controversy after releasing a 30-second radio ad saying budget cuts have hurt officers’ ability to respond.

“With officers laid off and furloughed, simply calling 911 and waiting is no longer your best option,” he said in the ad. “You can beg for mercy from a violent criminal, hide under the bed, or you can fight back. … Consider taking a certified safety course in handling a firearm so you can defend yourself until we get there.”

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Tomtom

Obama, you and Feinstein and this corrupt Congress pass laws that exempt themselves. Do they think Americans are Stupid, we know hypocrites when we see them !!!!
- Arizona_Don
  
  The short answer, YES.
- digdeeper
  
  Right on!
http://www.facebook.com/sid.cranston Sid Cranston

It wouldn’t be so bewildering if it weren’t our own government we have to face!
- hydy
  
  do somthing , demand from the congress to impeach that thug in the oval office ,
  - BigDog1702
    
    You have it right we need Congress to Impeach Obama NOW
- William Leland
  
  scary that the lib-tards have this much power
olbill

great cop wish we had him here in Illinois as for me I a retired and disabled vet will fight back
- fullback6
  
  I’m with you brother, I’m retired and disabled vet as well and I’ll be fighting right with you.
- slobo
  
  Me too DAV Life Member, NRA Life Member (beginning to wonder why)…wish I had saved my money so I could get out of Ellanoise! How will we stand up when they come for confiscation? To die? From my cold dead hands…I am willing!
- ARMEDFORCESOFGOD
  
  I don’t think they will send cops for cofiscation – it’ll have to be a military operation. there is only about 5% of the military Who’d do it. The rest of us are commited to our oaths and creeds e.g. I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the constitution of the United States of America….. So this sailor ain’t fighting any Americans who are practicing and/or defending their constitutional rights.
caskinner

I will not hide. I will fight. A shot gun is the best way for me.
crazyfreddie

SMART AND CARING POLICE OFFICIAL > ALL AMERICANS NEED TO HEED THIS WARNING > THIS HAPPENING DAILY . REMEMBER IF THE PURP CAN’T TALK > YOU ARE SURLY TO RE IN THE RIGHT. i MY WIFE JUST GOT HER PERMIT . WHY IS IT THAT WOMEN ( SEEMS TO ME ) >> THAT THEY JUST CAN’T WAIT TO USE THAT REVOLVER >> . I LIKE IT !!! I FEEL SAFER ALREADY
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000027698458 John Parker

Being on Social Security. I sure could use a 12 gauge. But can’t afford one.
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- william Leland
  
  John, you don’t need a Wingmaster, buy one of those lo cost Walmart self defense 12 ga. pump with the pistol grip it has only one use self protection. you don’t need the 00 buck loads some 7.5 bird shot will do the job. the sound at night in a quiet house of a home owner chambering a round with pump action will send them back the way they came it one loud scary sound. Simper Fi
- leesjokers
  
  john….SO AM I…TRADE SOMETHING FOR A SHOT GUN 12 GA DDL.O BUCK….
MadPunter1963

Finally, a cop who understands that safety has to start with the individual and isn’t afraid to say it. You don’t hear firefighters saying, “You shouldn’t have fire extinguishers in your home. Putting out fires is OUR job.” Or EMT’s saying, “Why does anyone need a first aid kit? That’s what WE’RE for.” The public fully expects the police to say exactly that and is shocked when one applies a little common sense.
Don

I refuse to be a victim. Any unconstitutional law they pass is NOT law. I don’t understand.When these politicians tell me to give up my God given right of self protection, while hiding behind armed body guards or secret service protection. Not to mention any new ”gun laws” would NOT apply to them.That’s right! EXEMPT from their decrees on restricting MY rights! Hypocritical? I should say so…Molon labe!
- http://www.facebook.com/robert.w.velon Robert W Velon
  
  I will not comply and any laws they attempt to pass will be unconstitutional and illegal…
Old Retired Copper

Great advice from a veteran law enforcement officer who knows the problems of waiting for a 911 response. He was NOT irresponsible in his advice as he told residents to get training and then prepare to defend themselves. If we had more officers in positions of authority like Sheriff Clarke this country would be much better off. Thanks for a display of good old common sense!!!!
DJ_Fisher

Usually, well at least in horror films, the one hiding under the bed gets eaten. I myself discourage any aggressive actions from everyone. There is just something about my eyes. I think they can see their own deaths in them.
William Leland

I think this Sheriff articulated the facts very well. As a hunter & ex US Marine I’ve no issues with
killing any intruder.
- Ginger
  
  This is one sheriff who knows what is right…when seconds count,,the police are minutes away…it is called a partnership with the law…or, as I call it…an equalizer.
The Old Man

I few years ago a man asked me a simple question. Who are you the most afraid of .. the Mafia or the Federal Government. Back then I might have said the Mafia, however now it’s the federal government.
They can tell you what to eat, how high to set your thermostat, they can take your property, they can force you to pay for someone elses bad habits and health care, and they can tell you how to raise your kids. The list goes on and on. They know we are going to get the S**Ts of all this control and begin to assemble to fight back…. SO NOW… IT’S TAKE YOUR GUNS. when that happens, we will be fully under the control of the government… that’s the goal.
I will never BOW to them the way Obama did to the enemies of this country. What a wimp !!!
- OldDocBen
  
  Well said and sadly true; but only if we let them. We have the power. If they come to take your neighbors guns fight them or you will be fighting alone when they come for yours. Want to stop this crap? Have every truck driver in America stay home for a week. Tell the cowards in congress you will get back in the truck when you can take a gun with you. If they don’t listen don’t fly anywhere. Tell them you will fly once you are allowed to defend yourself in the air. Congress is all about power and money. Take that away from them and they are pathetic cowards. Fight! In every way! Never give up!
9Spoon9

Tell ‘em like it is Sheriff Clarke! A responsible Chief LEO telling citizens to take responsibility and even seek proper training for neophytes…most commendable!
Roy

I was verbally scolded in one of the most violent neighborhoods in chicago for recommending home owners buy and REGISTER shotguns to protect themselves being that is the law here in Chicago. That was my first year on the job. I guess the alderman of englewood would rather have victims.
leesjokers

SHERIFF CLARKE…..BRAVO HATS OFF TO YOU….TO HAVE THE BA*LS TO SEND THAT AD !!! EVERY SHERIFF IN EVERY COUNTY SHOULD JOIN TOGETHER TO STOP THIS MISSCARRIAGE OF JUSTICE !!!!!!!!! GOD BLESS AMERICA & SUPPORTERS OF THE CONSTITUTION…..
BigDog1702

Way to go Sheriff ,we need more people like you who are telling the truth and not being PC .
- les_lovett
  
  and from Milwaukee no less. Wish he were my sheriff.
Patriot_765

We called 911 for a prowler last month… 25 min later we got a call from local police… Folks, unless you are rich and famous, you are on your own.
les_lovett

Well now every thieving thug in the nations knows where I’m hiding when they break in. DAM !
les_lovett

THANK YOU Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke Jr.
jimmy john

Missouri needs a few like him ours are spineless
http://www.facebook.com/edward.p.cox Edward P Cox

I lived in Milwaukee for 37 years. It is a Marxist stronghold (had a socialist mayor for years, then Democrat) but the county is more civilized. No pun intended, but the Sheriff seems like a straight shooter.
giley1

Kudos to sheriff Clarke Jr. We need more like him around the country. He is in good company with sheriff Arpaio of Arizona. Here in CA we have some 13 sheriffs in rural counties that have the same mindset. Los Angeles is another case. Give illegals drivers license and no impounds of unlincensed drives’ vehicles.
ken Locke

Alright David Clarke!! Sounds like a great american sheriff, Kudos!!!
Lgbpop

“Milwaukee Deputy Sheriffs’ Association?” How many deputy sheriffs are in that county that they need their own association? Perhaps this could be one area the county could save a few hundred thousand dollars’ worth of taxpayer money, and put more uniforms on the street.
OldDocBen

My Dad was that kind of cop; and the kind that carried three guns and two knives. He arrest few, counseled many and, in my opinion, saved hundreds of wayward kids with exactly that kind of attitude. Too bad most cops today are political thugs and Obama weenies; and they WILL come to your house to confiscate your “illegal” guns. Don’t let them. Fight til your last breath and die free people!
ole’ Chas

I already have a 9mm pistol,but will be trading in a .380 for a shotgun this weekend.
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000200701357 Frank E. Vincent

The Sheriff is the only voter elected official in each county. They took an oath to uphold our Constitution. They are not responsible to Governors or State elected or appointed Representatives. The are required to uphold all laws subject to the Constitution and serve the people to the best of their ability. Many other appointed and elected representatives have chosen to dishonor their oath’s and disregard the Constitution, This Sheriff has chosen to serve with honor and is entitled to your consideration and respect.. Those he serves should give him support. He deserves our consideration.
NAVSOG

The Sheriff is the Head authority in the state he can arrest any fed who tries to enforce an unconstitutional law in your county. Thank YOU SHERIFF DAVID CLARKEJR.
A. G. T. Jr.

I was once a cop assigned to a police crime lab and I’m with you all the way, brother. God bless you and may your tribe increase!!!
digdeeper

Love this guy! Finally someone who has taken the oath of office to defend and uphold the Constitution, understands it, and is keeping it. He’s a hero in y book!
Bob Brandenburg

Awesome viewpoint from a law enforcement officer. I’ve spoken to many of my local police here in Buffalo Grove and Wheeling Illinois and they all agree that everyone should consider concealed carry. A policeman carries a gun to protect himself during his intervention at a crime scene. He doesn’t carry it to protect us.
TexasLady

God bless this man!!! Wish we had some politicians with this kind of backbone!
TPS12

A man with a brain.
ARMEDFORCESOFGOD

God bless this comitted patriotic American who joined the force to actually “serve AMERICANS” not the politicians. the most logical, sensible, honest, reasonable and to the point thing to tell the people yoiu are serving. GOD BLESS HIM & OTHERS LIKE HIM
ARMEDFORCESOFGOD

Well, I don’t think they will send cops for cofiscation – it’ll have to be a military operation. there is only about 5% of the military Who’d do it. The rest of us are commited to our oaths and creeds e.g. I am a United States Sailor. I will support and defend the constitution of the United States of America….. So this sailor ain’t fighting any Americans who are practicing and/or defending their constitutional rights.