When it comes to discipline and public service, we expect law enforcement and firefighters to set the standard. But during my latest First Amendment audit in Lake Worth, Florida, I witnessed two drastically different examples of professionalism in action—one from a Palm Beach County sheriff’s deputy, and the other from a dedicated firefighter at Engine 91.

The Deputy Who Couldn’t Park Properly

While traveling between audit locations, I stumbled upon Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office patrol car #79017 parked illegally at a stop sign, facing the wrong way. The deputy in question, later identified as Officer Jason Hole (#31765), was responding to a call about illegal dumping. Rather than using an empty parking lot, he chose to park in an unsafe and unlawful manner.

When I called him out on it, there was no response—just a silent acknowledgment as he remained focused on the service call. This raises an important question: if everyday citizens are expected to follow traffic laws, shouldn’t law enforcement be held to the same standard? If there was no emergency requiring immediate action, why not park legally like everyone else?

The Firefighter Who Showed True Strength

Contrast that with my visit to Engine 91 Firehouse, where I witnessed a firefighter engaged in an impressive physical training routine. In full gear, he was flipping a massive 300-pound tire up and down the driveway, demonstrating the kind of discipline and endurance required to serve the public effectively.

It was an incredible sight—not just because of the sheer physical strength involved, but because it showed dedication to the job even when there wasn’t an active emergency. Just as I was admiring the mural painted on the firehouse wall, the team got a call. Within moments, they were suited up, in their truck, and out the door with lights flashing.

A Tale of Two Professions

Both law enforcement and firefighters play critical roles in public safety, but the contrast between these two encounters couldn’t have been clearer. One side showed questionable judgment, while the other demonstrated unwavering commitment.

So, I’ll leave it up to you—who set the better example? Let me know your thoughts in the comments!

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First Amendment Audit at Sunnyside Dispensary – What Happened?

The First Amendment gives us the right to record on public sidewalks, but how often do businesses and the public truly understand and respect this right? In my latest audit, I visited Sunnyside Cannabis Dispensary to see how they would react to someone filming from the sidewalk.

Customer Reactions & Public Interactions

During the audit, I had a few interactions with customers. One moment that stood out was when a young woman and an elderly man were picking up their order from the drive-through window. The young woman asked me what my problem was and later questioned if I was getting paid for filming. The older man she was with looked like Dale from King of the Hill. He was making various gestures with his hands that looked like a middle finger or gang signs. As they pulled off, he displayed his Medical Marijuana card for the camera.

Another interesting encounter happened when a passerby stopped to ask if I was making a YouTube video. When I gave him my business card and explained that I was filming a First Amendment audit, he seemed pleased and even recommended other locations I could check out.

The Store Manager’s Response

At one point, the store manager came outside to confront me. However, once I explained that I was filming in public, he seemed okay with it. He mentioned that it was unusual for someone to film their store from the sidewalk but wanted to make sure I didn’t have any problems with the dispensary. Unlike some audits where businesses overreact, this one was fairly calm.

Challenges & Lessons Learned

One of the biggest challenges of the day was getting used to the DJI Osmo Mobile 6 gimbal. This was my first time using it, and while it helped stabilize my shots, there was definitely a learning curve. One of my takeaways for the day is I need to do a better job with my camera movements.I also wasn’t happy with the audio in this video and will use the DJI Mic Mini for the foreseeable future.

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