“[We] acknowledge and apologize for the actions of the past and the role that our profession has played in society’s … More
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In Celebration of the 900th Post!
“To stay in place is to fall behind!” Today’s post celebrates the 5th year since “Improving Police” has been launched … More
Chief, What’s Next? I’m Glad You Asked
“Unless this first step is taken, and leaders have the courage to act on what is reasonably suggested, the … More
A Necessary Conversation On Use of Force
If you have been following this blog for any period of time you know that I not only advocate conversation and … More
Performance Evals: Dump or Keep?
Today’s post is a great article by Micheal Bungay Stanier. It is especially current as many Fortune 500 companies are re-thinking … More
What Ever Happened to the Police Baton?
When did police start shooting persons with knives instead of using a baton? They didn’t always respond in this way. … More
Officer Renault Robinson: Then and Now
Hear Chicago police officer, Renault Robinson, founder of the African-American Patrolmen’s League in Chicago. Listen to Stud Terkel’s interview with … More
Robocop is Here!
Can humans be replaced by robots? And can robots do a better job than police in making critical decisions? After … More
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Why Police Matter How a Traffic Offense Can Be a Ticket to Prison Principles of Leadership Making Choices: The … More
Is Community Control the Answer?
An argument for giving citizens free rein to hire, discipline and train police in their neighborhoods. [My article was originally … More
Improving Police: A Necessary Conversation 