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We, the American people, owe the nation's police officers our deepest gratitude, our best efforts, and our strong support, for they have done so much for us against such great odds.

We must try to understand the true weight of law enforcement officers' burdens.

Since September 11, 2001, many in this nation and this Congress have a deeper appreciation for the importance of the sacrifices made by our law enforcement officers.

As a former cop, I respect and appreciate those who've dedicated their lives to serving others as well as those who appreciate the rule of law and honor it.

The police protect us, and we're going to protect the police.

We must honor, protect and support our police officers and their families every day of the year.

Every American expects and deserves the protection of law enforcement that is effective, responsive, respectful and, most importantly, constitutional.

The police officer's job is to respect the citizens that they are in control of.

Under Superintendent Johnson's leadership, our police department is on a path to earn the respect of every community in the City of Chicago.

I think one of the great things about the United States has been our ability to maintain a distinction between our military and domestic law enforcement.