“The future is our choice!” Let’s be clear about what needs to happen today in American policing. It’s not that…
Reform: Not Just for Liberals
Arthur Rizer is the criminal justice and civil liberties policy director at the R Street Institute. He is also an…
Welcome to “Improving Police.” Police Improvement is Possible. It Begins With You!
— Observations and experience of a veteran police chief from a 33-year career. — Studying and reflecting on the nature…
The Future of Police
Here’s a 7 minute video blog on how I see the present situation and what must be done — together…
What Do We Know About Police Accountability?
“While many people today are calling for civilian review boards to have more authority, including the power to impose discipline……
How to Attract Police Applicants — Especially Today!
How would you go about attracting the best police candidates to your city and police department? Here are some examples:…
Police: Between a Rock and a Hard Place!
The following interview comes from the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF). Executive Director Chuck Wexler interviews Seattle Police Chief Carmen…
Minnesota Steps Up
What the Minnesota Legislature Passed (If They Can Do It, Why Can’t You?) By Torey Van Oot Minneapolis Star-Tribune “The…
I Am Outraged! You Should Be, Too!
“I can tell you from my own experience, that starting ‘soft’ in handling a protest works. When a police agency…
Vision: Why It’s Important
Vision-casting is a team event. It begins with the leader casting out a future, a quest; an exciting idea of…
