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Dumbasses
Based on the audio alone, it sounds like a huge jackass fest to me.
There wasn't a good enough reason for the officer to get all butthurt and curse the man out, nor any excuse for stopping a man lawfully open carrying and not breaking the law. He sounded like one of the "little man syndrome" type of police officers. Although not in a position of power or authority, I've found being direct and respectful elicits desired behavior most effectively.
OTOH, Fiorino should understand that the world is bigger than his perception. Maybe there was some kind of report or warrant or other out for a man matching his description. Would it have been that big of a deal to comply and explain the situation to the police officer instead of square off "peacefully?" I think a quick conversation and presentation of ID and carry permit would have had the officers sending Fiorino on his way.
My .02
- Dan P.
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