The Politics of Firefighting
By: Mr. Wilson on
December 9, 2008
I need a history lesson.
Can anybody explain to me how firefighting became a political profession? That's not a local question; firefighting has been political in the United States for years. How did that happen, and when?
Locally there have been many political spats involving firefighters. The latest involves the City Council's disapproval of a new labor contract. Yesterday's discussions on the topic even turned catty, according to Deena Winter. Hmm, Catty Councilmembers Discuss? The LJS should look into it.
Anyway, it would be helpful to have lesson on the history of politics in firefighting so we can better understand why these spats continue to pop up. Can any of you fill in some of the gaps, even piecemeal?