“[We] acknowledge and apologize for the actions of the past and the role that our profession has played in society’s … More
Tag: John Lewis
A Strong, But Needed, Prescription
I have made this argument in the past and I will continue to make it. I strongly believe we must … More
Manage Fear — Acknowledge the Past and Apologize
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/how-one-chief-tried-to-reverse-police-wrongs-of-the-civil-rights-era/ This recent interview with Chief Deputy Kevin Murphy (formerly chief of police in Montgomery, AL) begins at 30:58 minutes … More
The “Stand Up” Begins
On a recent blog, “Who Will Speak Up,” I asked when today’s police were going to stand up, speak out, and … More
The Case For Apology
Trusting Police: The Case for Apology From a Veteran Police Chief David C. Couper A number of years ago when … More
Improving Police: A Necessary Conversation 