Famed Tennessee sheriff who inspired Hollywood movie ‘Walking Tall’ implicated in wife’s murder – it’s a headline that, honestly, feels like a punch to the gut. The story of Buford Pusser, the lawman who supposedly cleaned up a corrupt town with a big stick, was a cornerstone of American folklore. “Walking Tall,” the movie, was a hit, making Pusser a symbol of righteous fury against injustice. But now, the truth is rearing its ugly head, and it’s a far cry from the heroic narrative we were sold. The very foundation of the story appears to have been built on a lie.… Continue reading
Sheriff Wayne Ivey’s recent threat to kill anti-ICE protesters follows a pattern of alleged misconduct. Past accusations against Ivey include racial profiling leading to false arrests, alleged cover-ups of deaths in custody, and bribery attempts involving campaign contributions. Further controversies involve the refusal to cooperate with families of shooting victims and alleged attempts to influence local elections through job offers. These incidents paint a picture contradicting Ivey’s self-proclaimed image as a “constitutional sheriff.”
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Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey issued a strong warning to protesters against escalating violence during planned demonstrations. He stated that actions such as blocking roads, assaulting officers, or using weapons will result in arrest, injury, or death. Ivey’s announcement follows nationwide protests against increased ICE arrests and comes amidst the administration’s successful appeal to continue using the National Guard in California. His past pronouncements have included both humorous and controversial statements regarding law enforcement actions.
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