I am not sure if this is an example of distasteful irony or simply hypocrisy, but it is at least mildly offensive that this city has this quote on display. The city of Alhambra is a place that exemplifies the deterioration of American ideals, where instead of vigilantly defending freedom, it sacrifices personal freedom for the sake of an illusory sense of security.

To qualify my preceding criticism, Alhambra is a city whose police department is one that is partnered with Amazon to share customers’ Ring data. Granted, informed customers can opt out of buying a Ring, but these partnerships were not initially shared with the public – and they are certainly not heavily advertised now. It is tragic that a country founded on such admirable ideals is unlikely to ever realize them due to the stupidity, greed, and cowardice that plague this nation.

The only material danger in Alhambra is the risk of being hit by one of the countless drivers that shamelessly run red lights. Given the negligible level of violent crime, the highly compensated police force should focus on reckless drivers rather than infringe on our right to a reasonable expectation of privacy for an insignificant gain in security. If, at any time, my security camera footage would help solve a crime, put in the effort to ask me for it or get a warrant.

On a positive note, the workout area is excellent! Whoever designed it should get an award.