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ONE RANGER...The Texas Ranger is one of the
most cherished symbols of the
Lone Star State. While the
Alamo is the undisputed
symbol of Texas, the Ranger
stands as an enduring symbol
of the people of Texas.
Living up to the myth is not an
easy task for anyone. As Sheriff
Bobby Grubbs, a veteran of the
Texas Rangers, explains -- the
old adage "one Ranger, one
riot" is only half the story.
The following are the five most
essential qualities of being a
Texas Ranger, according to
former Ranger Bobby Grubbs,
now Sheriff of Brown County,
Texas.
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1. INTEGRITY
You must be a man who can be trusted. You must
have credibility. Don’t shade what you say one way
or the other. It’s about integrity.
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2. DIPLOMACY
As a Sheriff, I can say I want it done this way!
But a Texas Ranger has to work well with other
agencies. You have to lead behind the scenes.
And always let the other guy think it was his idea.
That local sheriff will want to take the lead.
He needs to get re-elected, a Ranger does not.
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3. HUMILITY
Listening to all the myths about the
Rangers can be dangerous to your
health.
Remember, you're just a man: as
mortal as the next guy.
That said . . . .
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4. WALK THE WALK
Being a Texas Ranger is a way of life, and
you have to live it 24 hours a day.
You don’t embarrass the Rangers.
We have a long and proud tradition. Live
up to the examples that have been set.
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5. TELL IT LIKE IT IS
Finally, you must have the ability to
tell it like it is. Forget what's politically
correct.
If it looks like a duck and walks like a
duck -- it's a duck!
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