She got tougher, learning to play hardball. They made her chief by making her life so miserable, she got stronger and smarter. Fitchet friends and foes agree that Fitchet does not like to lose. He does not want to be second to anyone, not to mention this outsider, this woman who was never supposed to have a shot at the brass ring. Being No. 1 at 130 Pearl St. is not for the weak of heart.
Promotion is the game.
It's a time to settle old grudges and honor loyalties. They may start false rumors that you were just caught in women's clothes or they might supply each commissioner with a package of press clippings detailing your career's lowest moments. They play hardball at the Springfield Police Department. Shout it out loud in the NewsWatch forum . Used with permission.