What’s Fair Is Fair
In the U.S., everyone is entitled to their own opinion. Freedom of speech allows anyone in America to say whatever they want, within reason. However, this does not necessarily apply to refusing someone a service because you disagree with them. Unless they are causing problems, have personally wronged you, or broken the law, they should be provided with the service.
The Chief Weighs In
While speaking to ABC Raleigh-Durham station WTVD, Roxboro Police Chief David Hess said: “We’re saddened that an employee denied service to a police officer. We promote unity. The public here knows that. And, unfortunately, this incident has created a divide but it is only because of a small action that could have been avoided.”