Almost every day in this country, we sadly read or hear about assaults on those who serve and protect our cities and local communities. It is indeed tragic when those reports involve a life-ending event. On May 11, 2019, 21-year Army veteran and dedicated police officer Sergeant Kelvin Ansari was killed in the line of duty while protecting the citizens of Savannah, Georgia.
Read the “Georgia sergeant who served in Army for 21 years is gunned down while investigating robbery” report by clicking here.
After reading the article, your 100-word (minimum) Discussion Board response must specifically address and offer an opinion about the following.
How can the United States Congress help our cities do a better job protecting the lives of the law enforcement officers who serve to keep us safe?
As you are drafting a response, remember that the role of Congress (the Senate and the House of Representatives) is to act responsibly as the voice of the people. As one of the three branches of government, Congress makes laws and shares power with the Executive Branch (Office of the President) and Judicial Branch (Supreme Court).