‘Back the blue’ cannot mean blind obedience

The article addresses the troubling case of Sarah Stogner, a Fort Worth Police Department officer who failed to demonstrate the necessary judgment and constitutional understanding to responsibly wield state power. Despite being granted a gun and a badge, Stogner’s actions highlight the dangers of blind loyalty to authority without critical thinking. This incident underscores the importance of not just supporting police, but ensuring they have the requisite judgment and knowledge to protect rather than endanger citizens. It serves as a stark reminder that "back the blue" should never translate to unquestioning obedience.