#17

It doesn’t. Not at all.

In reality, what’s worth defending is the principle. The officer himself (or herself) is immaterial.

The author is stating “the officer” is entitled to representation, when what’s really being “represented” is the principle within the agreed-upon contract. World of difference.

Similarly, “the KKK” isn’t specially “entitled” to representation, they’re immaterial when discussing the principle of whether folks can peaceably assemble and march while speaking their piece. Did the ACLU have to hold its nose? Of course. Do Unions have to as well? Absolutely, at times. But differentiating between the dislike of a player and the importance of a principle is vital.