pete, I didn't know I had ever been that staunch a supporter of police to warrant a comment. I believe we still need them , yes. I am also pretty sure not all are quite as corrupt. I still have respect for the people that do these jobs, and any other job which basically protects the average citizen.

The Pittsburgh police officer accused of helping operate a prostitution ring over the Internet turned in his badge on Wednesday after 17 years on the force.
Officer Michael Johns is accused of driving prostitutes to drug buys and giving them money. According to Channel 11’s news exchange partners at TribLIVE, Johns was arrested after investigators say they traced online advertisements to Johns' home. STILL LIKE COPS?