January 6, 2021: When Violence Was Excused

January 6, 2021 while congress was certifying our national presidential election, a mob appeared at our nation’s capitol building. They … More

Dreaming Blue

What do those of us who once felt strongly called to become a police officer and then serve their communities … More

What’s Ahead For Police in America?

If you have been following this blog, you will know that I am concerned about what lies ahead for police … More

Guns and Babies: Enough is Enough!

A recent report published by the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions said firearms were the leading cause of … More

Beware, Be Wary

TO OUR NATION’S POLICE, I SAY. BEWARE.” Beware of populism, white nationalism, and a host of other “-isms” that may … More

Now What?

Yes. The above picture is shocking. It needs to be. This is a warning about what could happen in America … More

Standby… (Again!)

As Noble Wray and I wrote last week, “Whatever happens next week, dedicated, competent, and well-trained police officers will continue … More

A Warning

Regardless of who wins tomorrow’s election, I am afraid we in America will be tested in ways we have never … More

Cease Fire! 1,000 Annual Deaths by Police Are Far Too Many!

[Note: The following news column was submitted to three leading American news sources. USA Today stepped up and published what … More

Before You Vote, Think About Police

Today’s issue of the New York Times recommends: “Five Books to Read About Policing Before You Vote.” I added a sixth. _______________________________________ … More