(Opinion) Other Voices: Honoring the courage of a Colorado cop
It was a moment for Coloradans to beam with pride, but it was bittersweet, as well. When President Joe Biden placed a Public Safety Officer Medal o...
It was a moment for Coloradans to beam with pride, but it was bittersweet, as well. When President Joe Biden placed a Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor around the neck of Littleton police Cpl. Jeff Farmer at the White House last week, it was for actions so heroic they could have been scripted for the big screen. At the same time, it was a reminder of the pain, trauma and, too often, the ultimate sacrifice that are all part of the job in law enforcement. The White House annually recognizes first responders who have shown extraordinary valor in saving another person's life.