Seriously? Texas Authorities Investigating Dad For Some Snow Day Fun

Posted • January 30, 2025: This writer has often noticed (and surely she's not alone) that those in authority are often less-than-eager to tackle the actual problems facing our society -- like crime, out-of-control spending, and illegal immigration -- in favor of coming down like a ton of bricks on people for minor infractions. We see this in the U.K., where 'grooming gangs' sexually abuse children for decades, and the government largely turns a blind eye while throwing members in prison for 'hate crimes.' This story out of Texas smacks of those same misplaced priorities: Texas law enforcement are investigating after a dad used his 3-month-old baby to wipe snow off his car. Police are reportedly pursuing child endangerment charges. Really? REALLY?! This is what they're investigating?

Are people being serious in these replies? The kid probably loved it. I used to "mop the floor" with my nephew's when they were babies and they laughed their arses off the whole time - it's called playing. -- We don't do that anymore. Why? The kid is bundle up, no different than playing in the snow. This just seems like a silly thing a dad did with his kid. The kid probably had fun doing that. If this is real and police are getting involved, shame on those police. Surely, some Karen out there have called the police on kids playing in the snow. Some people are allergic to fun and don't think others should have any, either. The process is the punishment, and sometimes authorities like to 'make an example' of someone. (…)

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