I'd rather my taxpaying dollars go to LEO'S than the DOT's fleet of vehicles that sit around and rarely get used, or wellfare, or some other socialist program. As a veteran I can honestly say I wouldn't want to deal with what they deal with daily. Not only do they deal with lowlife criminals but have to deal with people who complain about everything they do. If you have a problem with them being active in the community and having a presence in the neighborhoods then don't call them when you need something. Call that crackhead who "isn't" abusing your tax money.