What President Trump’s Justice Department is likely to look like. More scrutiny of Muslims. More pressure on black protesters. Less … More
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On Leadership
I am sitting in my office looking at the books I am considering for a new course I am teaching … More
Will Law and Order Now Trump Reform?
Election 2016: Who Can Ever Forget It? As a person of faith, retired police officer, and university lecturer in criminal … More
Some Things Can Be Learned From the Military
“Many senior police leaders have little more professional training than the rookie fresh out of the academy. While there is … More
Why Apology Works
From the Greater Good Science Center: Why apology works (a 6 minute video). And why our nation’s police need to … More
“At the Crossroad of American Policing” — Chief Art Acevedo
“We have got to raise our game, You are commanders. If you don’t like it, you can move on, or … More
Chief: Cast a Bold, Breathtaking Vision
To Protect AND Serve? Both Are Vital
We’ve all seen it. Many of us have driven squad cars with these prominent words displayed – “To Protect and … More
After the Apology Comes the Work!
“[We] acknowledge and apologize for the actions of the past and the role that our profession has played in society’s … More
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
Improving Police: A Necessary Conversation 