Firemen defy chief to solicit donations

[Truck F]

Another fire chief shows his support?

Washinton Times Article

P.S. Feel free to bombard this clown with all your comments, we need serious help in DCFD.
Fire Chief comment page

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[BladesRobinson]

Brother, I took it to the next step. I sent my response to the Mayor at

"Mayor Williams,

After reading the Washington Post article, I too am outraged that Chief Few would not support his members, or the FDNY families during this time of tragedy. It is apparent that he does not have the support of his men. I also question his ability to make sound decisions; a characteristic that he would REQUIRE from his most junior fireman.

If this chief does not have the support of his men and can not make good decisions, I would recommend that you consider a new chief!"

[Truck F]

Thank you for your support brother your statement is right on the mark. As you can as imagine there is many other stories. Yes it is time for him to hit the road.

Thanks again from the brothers in the DCFD.

[Just a new name]

That man is a jack ***.

[dcfdlt]

This is the last straw. Ronnie has cut his throat. AMF

[paets1]

He certainly didn't pass up the opportunity to be present for the presentation though, did he?

I hope Rep. Weldon's remarks were public and in the presence of the Chief.

[Trkco1]

As George W. Bush said:
"If you're not with us, you're with the terrorist"

The man is a F'in Tool. To my Bro's in DC, God be with you.

[distchief60b]

I did my part...mail to the Chief and the Mayor....

@$#%@$#%^@$^%#

[Rescue101]

It would be real nice if the brothers in DC could get just a little support.I think the brothers in DC and Detroit got to be gettin' it done in the two worst places on earth to work.Jeez I couldn't work in those conditions! T.C.

[Grit76]

Done bro - msg sent - I still can't believe Tippett let you down.

Keep the faith man.

[Captain 12]

I GOT IT THEY START THERE OWN FIRE DEPT THE CHIEF AND THE 3 FROM MIAMI

The who cares fire self-service

[NYSmokey]

That DCFD chief is a jackass. My sympathies go out to those who work under him. You must really love your jobs to put up with that stuff.

[Guest]

To my Brothers in DCFD,

You make me proud in that, despite direct opposition, you rose to the challenge and came through. May there be a special place in Heavan for you.

Here's what I sent in on the comments page.

Chief Few,

How can you call yourself a chief? How can you be such a coward, to not allow your men to collect monies for the fallen heros in New York City, and then have the audacity to show up at the ceremony where the $293k raised is transferred?

First fight against the action, then show up and claim credit. Poor taste. Very poor.

Ken Scofield
IAFF Local 3133

I wasn't too harsh, was I?

[3greyhounds]

Truck F...

Helluva job by DC's Bravest... too bad you have to work for an idiot like Ronnie Few. Just keep in mind that the REAL firefighters know you guys did the right thing!!!

[DeputyChiefGonzo]

I nominate Washington DC Fire Chief Ron "no clue" Few for Mutt of the Year!