What Changed?
Does no one remember history?
A state lawmaker who represents the city’s West Side introduced legislation Monday that would require all police officers in Illinois to be schooled on the intersection of law, race and racism in the hopes of teaching officers “the culture and the lifestyles of different communities and people.”
“If we want to change the behavior of police, we have to educate them,” state Rep. La Shawn Ford said.
The West Side Democrat said requiring officers to be taught critical race theory is about “tackling racism” and “becoming aware of our very own shortcomings and ignorance about our peers.”
And who was FOP president back then?
But the head of the Chicago union for rank-and-file police officers said the bill is “redundant and ridiculous.”
“They’re going to get officers killed with this constant nonsense of ‘race, race, race,’’’ said John Catanzara Jr., the president of the Chicago Fraternal Order of Police. “You’re gonna have people so paranoid to do their job they’re going to be worried about race more than they’re worried about reacting to a threat.”
And six years later, FOP endorses him?
Why?
posted by SCC at 12:05 AM
101 Comments:
Catanzara loves LaShawn Ford. Ask the FOP how much they’ve donated to him.
Money....that's why.
Next question....
Why does he want to look at the behavior of the police, but not the behavior of his constituents?
How about educating black people not to be criminals. Not to constantly commit violent crimes. Stop making the number 1 cause of death of black males, other black males. Stop being dependent on handouts, take care of thr children you create, and take responsibility for your life and hold yourselves accountable for your actions. Yeah I know, the plane the plane.
Favors were done behind the scenes.
I am not currently happy with anyone at the FOP. Can someone please tell me when are the elections for the Lodge 7 members. Please give me a date.
The FOP thinks it can coast on yesterday’s news. We are battling this department in the here and now. Working offices are getting screwed. To the FOP you are judged by everything you do and don’t do. There are a lot of rumblings that say you got us as far as you could. Now it’s time to pass on the torch to a new team who will fight the department on these new performance evaluations. Fight and lobby law makers to change all these new requirements for ILETSB. ILETSB should be disbanded and abolished. We are losing ground, we are losing our rights and working conditions. I hear nothing from the FOP.
The FOP lost me when they lost our nice CPD uniform ball-caps. If you can’t even keep the hats with summer coming what are we to think about bigger issues. I guess they misjudged the issue. It. Wasn’t a big deal for them working in air conditioned offices. I can’t wait to catch one of them wearing some kind of hat so I can confront them.
The shit show started with the elected officials, then moved down to all the white shirts with bad policies, bad testing, god complex and bad hiring practices. Now the shit-show dripped and dribbled into the FOP Lodge 7. It’s the hat “stupid “.
Is he trying “reverse psychology?”
Follow the $$ SCC.
Look at where the FOP food trailer, bought with illegally obtained Covid relief funds made payable to FOP for “essential employees”, spent most of its time.
Hint: it was on the Ghetto MB Church Tour for the last few years.
Next, ask yourself where the toys collected by FOP at the Unit Rep Christmas Party wind up being exclusively distributed.
Hint: same MB (aka “Make Believe”) churches whose congregants were fed on our dime.
I’ll say it again… J-Pud is fleecing you guys.
The majority of the department is made up of minorities today, has been for a few years.
A rather stupid idea advocated by a race baiting candidate who has no clue.
And a union leadership that has its head up its ass.
Political stupidity thrives here!
The stain of the FOP’s actions leave skid marks in my underwear! Come on! Let’s get it together!
I serve on various sub committees. Political endorsements are always complicated. John is a good guy, a smart guy and he knows what he is doing.
CRT is BS! That better not pass the statehouse. #FLashawnFord!!!
Because there’s something in it for John
Maybe they have some lovers past that changed his mind
Whoever puts the most money in Kitty Cat s pocket wins the endorsement. This guy is a clown.
Who gives a f?!k who FOP
endorses!!!???
Maoists are taking over our beautiful country, but no one gives as shit. The only thing Conservatives are worried about is Epstein- a fucking dead guy. Oh well…
Guess CPD has to learn that acting the fool is acceptable for Brandon's youth.
does cultural awareness class mean I get to smoke weed, get drunk and beat my baby momma?
Fat envelopes?
FAT ENVELOPES!
*DING* #1 answer on the board! woooo hooooo!
Didn't he sponsor the FOP food truck?
Money. John knows he can't win another election, he is posturing for his next position.
Memories are short.
Now, kees me you fool!!!!
I have never voted based on any endorsement. I do my homework, follow the issues and always pick Moe
what's the latest on JC using the FOP as his personal piggy bank?
Someone in the FOP7 lodge must have received a nice chunk of change?
The date has changed but the same racist talk is still coming from Ford…
So how does FOP7 explained why they are recommending Ford for election?
And how did Ford come out like a new candidate even with 17 federal indictments for Bank fraud? And then Ford only pleas guilty to one count?
17 counts of bank fraud and only one plea of guilty to one count?
What a deal!
FOP must be getting greased to put Ford on voting recommendation?
History always repeats itself?
So how or why is FOP7 recommending Ford?
Who within FOP placed Ford on this list?
Let’s see the minutes of this meeting?
Let’s see the vote the elected members took on this decision to recommend Ford?
Why is it the behavior of police that needs to change? Lol why not address the behavior of these feral savages that always seem to be the victims of “racism?”
La Shawn Ford ? Isn’t he the guy that got a business loan for something like 500K and used that money to buy a Mercedes , pay off some delinquent bills and gamble at casinos? Right? Hey La Shawn you exemplify the culture that you’re trying to teach us about. Hard pass , no thanks.
Can anyone name 1 democrat candidate who's commercials don't mention Trump or Ice.
No one watches democrat commercials. Why do you?
has one democrat stated they will end fraud, reduce welfare, lower taxes, stop violent illegals from committing crime, end safety act????
So you’re saying we shouldn’t be giving out permanent guaranteed income ?
https://www.foxnews.com/media/mayors-guaranteed-income-bid-solve-unaffordability-crisis-no-strings-attached-cash-assistance
Oh, if you’re actually the police, they will all be coming to roll calls soon enough to nibble on your ear and tell you how amazing a job that they will do.
I feel bad for you gus an gals... More Hug A Thug Bullshit.
I think whatblost the ballcaps was the new cool guys wearing them backwards. Just like theyre gonna ruin the skull caps. Its real simple, look professional and presentable. No room for crying on this one. Did it to themselves. I do have to say the backwards caps go well with the long beards. Bump card or not, there are still length restrictions.
This is a joke, right?
Community Reform.
Go to a meeting and you would hear plenty
Look it up yourself
Sure
Amen brother!
State fop cleared JC of all theft charges. Bunch of haters trying to bring the catman down. See JC was innocent the whole time.
Well put
Good point, Bro.
thanks John
One of many reasons to stop paying union dues, useless hacks!
The FOP is administered by very poor leadership. Vote NO for all recommended political candidates. Supporting this conga line of political corruptors is a clear demonstration of how lost our FOP leadership really is. Being bought and sold at their whim is a dismal reminder of their broken trust and lack of candor.
Minority is the majority huh? You’re mad haha loser
Ever been to any suburb of white folk…. To think these issues only exist in minority communities. Goodness. Get off the block and expand your horizons loser
One man one vote play your own ticket
If the Lodge backed up the endorsement with money it would be dues money rockhead!
I know! Every single ILLinois dimocrat mentions Trump... That's all they got because they suck so much! And it's hard to avoid the commercials because they are everywhere! TV, social media, YouTube, etc...
What the fuck is going on with "Drop program"??!!..
I thought j cat and the gang had it in the bag?? I need some incentive to stick around this circus 🤡
De La Shawn Ford should recognize that it is not dog whistling racism with the democrat targeted police, but rather the democrat political system et. al. De La Shawn Ford (D) should focus like a laser beam on murders, shootings, abysmal public school performance, perpetual joblessness, homelessness, drug addition, drug dealers not paying their fair share of taxes, despair and the universal acceptance of a lawbreaking culture. It takes courage and work (what that) to tackle real problems in your identified community and their cultural norms. Instead you listen to the marxist aclu and assorted progressives who advance criminal endeavors, disregard the murder thingy, ignore the failed education system, your failed long term economic stimulus creating hope, lack of economic mobility and opportunity, the eradication of the narco cartel compliant street corner drug sets peddling imported poisons all of which are a sampling of actual problems oppressing your community. Thanks to democrats, so called fictitious racists can sit back and enjoy the show as democrats have utterly destroyed the community and more importantly the people democrats represent.
Its one M F-ing culture I will never understand.
The democrats are all eulogizing Jesse Jackson. Not a mention of his corporate extortion, neglect of his baby mamas and his failure to pay for the pampers at a time the reverend was married, his disappearing act of public monies for "community" programs, his role model with like values for his convicted Congressional felon son and subsequent money laundering schemes, his overstating his presence at the MLK assassination, badmouthing the messiah Barack Hussein O'Bauma when BHO talked down to black America, his use of the N-word caught on a hot mic in July 2008 describing BHO when he was telling blacks how to behave during a taping of Fox and friends and his contributions to improved lives in certain zip codes on the south side. His services will last for weeks re-educating the public of his immense importance and wealth.
Question: Will Rev. Jesse Jackson bequest his immense wealth and establish a depression era soup kitchen in his name or a midnight violence interrupting basketball athletic facility in his at risk impoverished community? One has to suspect the government money will be the only funding for his memorial.
Time for Lè Shawn Ford (D-ILL) to teach civilized behavior, morals, ethics and everyday humanity to his internal violence plagued west siders. Be that difference. Change the perception of your legislative district. Clean up your own house first. Show me homie.
You should Office!! It’s your dues he’s paying them with. Pay attention!
How about we educate the people and folks on the south and west sides how to act civilized?
(Now that this suggestion does not apply to all citizens on the south and west sides, just the criminally challenged.)
I Saw Kamala Shopping at Walmart, for girdles and Hula Hoops, with Jasmine Crockett Says:
No matter how many Unit name changes the CPD tries to con the Public with, thruout the years, the results are alway the same,,,,,,,,,, Failure.
Let’s take a look at John Catanzara . 1.) Chicago Police Board - four times ;
2.) repossessions - Boat , car , house , truck etc ;
3.) violations of orders of protection ;
4.) false case reports ;
5.) complaint numbers while President on fellow member ;
6.) FBI investigation of finances ;
7.) calling and complaint to a department in Florida about a member recently hired ;
8.) taking money for a cruise in Florida and spending it ; and
9.) surrounding himself with a Board who protects , comforts and spends Union dues defending him .
The President and treasurer of the Illinois State Lodge both retired at the same time . JRat demanding one of their computers .Fop Lodge 7 executive Board does exactly what John tells them to do . When the hammer comes down it’s gonna be on them .
Like Denny McG said “ John’s the real deal ! “ hey Den you better make a deal for yourself before it’s too late ! Before John does at least .
I have to agree, but don’t act like the White culture don’t have criminals too… I responded to calls in Mount Greenwood and because they saw I was black, the job was instantly cleared. I give it to whites they keep their criminal activity quiet 🤫 behind closed doors… 😉
Can jRat run for president again. And to the ass munch who yelled “look it up” at someone for asking a question, get bent you sad fuhk
10.) was/is a complete shameless jagoff to anyone who dares to disagree
11.) is compelled to put other coppers down for their real, honest police work.
12.) had dv allegations and joked that she would not be talking about him anymore. Cause she was dead. Has true deep seated hatred of women, especially police
13.) is the fakest human I have met. Has pretend indignation at the smallest of slights.
14.) having seen this retard in action I could go on and on.
Holy shit, I saw some of it. What a hot bubbling crock of shit, and biden trying to speak gave me a laugh. He looked like a corpse strung up and operated by wires.
No shit
Hey white suburb, the difference is this happens en masse day in day out. For generations, some dads pass on job skills or a business, they pass on taking and using and drinking and smoking and fuhking and shooting and above all hating. If ya ever worked in the ghetto you would have gotten a glimpse of it
he won the election fair and square
When they went to baseball hats, sweaters, cargo pants etc is when thiings started going downhill.
It used to be long sleeves with a tie, short sleeves when the temperature dictated, 80/20 pants and the crown hat.
We looked like a professional department then, not these mickey mouse uniforms.
Glad I'm out.
La Shawn Ford? The dude who files a bill every year to eliminate the terry stop? Great choice, fop /s
How soon before they cry to President trump about getting this jagoff a Federal holiday?
Ever been to any suburb of white folk…. To think these issues only exist in minority communities. Goodness. Get off the block and expand your horizons loser
3/06/2026 02:13:58 PM
see how easy it was to trigger your racism against white people... my comment did not specify any race, yet you know it to be only against the "minorities"
looks like a typical resume of a democRAT politician
"ever been to a suburb of white folk"? well, yea, they wave hello, use the garbage cans, cut the grass, no kids hanging on the corner slinging dope, a mother and father in the family, no booty salons, MB churches and liquor stores on every corner, the outside equipment in the parks is not destroyed,,etc,,etc...etc...
Yeah ok Dave DeSanti
With all the problems in the FOP and the Dept., you're worried about the baseball caps?
You are a moron.
Ask big COZ, he got all da anserz. He likes to talk especially on federal wire taps
How about this Aldercreature Ford, STFU and teach your community to assimilate into a civilized society. It may take a few generations, but this is America not some dream world that you control. These savages are never taught to respect authority, live under rules for all, it is do what I want, when I want and to whom I want. Chaos is not a way to live, and you never get out of the ghetto. The ghetto is in their minds and a taught way of life. Fix it! But then you are a dem, they never fix a problem. Money dries up if you fix a problem, doesn't it!
We should all wear 10 gallon cowboy hats with criss-cross swords on them.. now that would be fuckin' cool.
Leshawn bees running for congress to replace Danny “the Michigan carpetbagger”Davis who is retiring after what seems like a lifetime of speaking slowly and completely annunciating on local news shows when asked a question about how he’s been victim. Sorry, anyway Lashawn has campaign photos with his head resting on his hands like the thinker statue. The liberals out in Oak Park are so excited about his chances. Thanks I feel better.
Fair and square. Lolling ya mean leaving the ballots at the post office.
O/T ..Saks 5th Avenue Store on Mag Mile closing ...Conehead destroyed Chicago 10 more months for the lame duck brando
I know plenty of white trash people who can’t handle their shit. I fully remember city hillbillies in northside neighborhoods of Logan Square, Wicker Park, DePaul, Uptown way back. There was no shortage of them. Do you think places in the UK were only ever filled with good mannered tea drinkers? Ireland? Some of the worst wife beaters and alcoholics were Irish & Polish. Get over yourself. The only difference, and I’ll give you this, is that there wasn’t the Molly coddling excuses of “systemic racism” being the whole problem. At some point, every culture & ethnicity has to break free of those behaviors as the accepted norm. It’s up to the people within the culture to stop looking outward and fix it from within.
Fuck Jesse Jackson! Read the book "Shakedown!, Exposing the real Jesse Jackson" by Kenneth R Timmerman. Fuck him and a federal holiday!
The night of the last election there were approximately 2,700 ballots lying at the post office and were never counted .
John Catanzara along with other minions were aware of that and kept that a secret from anyone not in their crew . Throw in the ballots were sent out ten days early and did not allow the other candidates mailer out .
The Board today would have looked very different had that been an honest and fair election . The words honest , fair , integrity and over all transparency are not part of his administration .
Exactly!!!
Sorry…but it’s never gonna happen!
cush spot in the federal pen maybe
You're Command material, for sure. Too stupid and lazy to look it up for yourself.
"if we want things to change, we have to educate them" hahahaha
does that mean he wants the high school honor roll graduates to actually be able to read their diplomas?
well, let's see, I've worked in white, black, hispanic, asian, and other neighborhoods and guess which one has the most calls for service?
Rumor has it the pension board never counted phone ballots for the last two retirees trustee elections with Surcey & Ballots out of Minnesota. Time to drop a dime to DOGE.
Nobody is mad, whites and their kids left for a better place. I'm sure you will follow as always. 😉
Smart move of their part.
Leather jacket, crown cap, wooden nightstick, revolver police here. The baseball (forwards or backward) hats, cargo pants, etc., not only look too casual and unprofessional, they don't project an image of authority. The mesh crown cap was ok during the summer, and the trooper hat was great in winter.
Just say "haw?" after any question, and go "mmmmhhhmmm" a lot and you'll interact fine.
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