POLICING THE MADISON WAY For a great number of years, the following has been the way of the Madison, Wisc. … More
Tag: Principles
Cops Won’t Change, Can’t Improve? Think Again!
Change is on the horizon for police. Improvement will happen if we all work together. What is desperately needed is … More
Stand Up, Speak Up, Lead!
A Breath of Fresh Air I don’t know the chief in Eureka. I don’t know if Chief Andy Mills in … More
The Principles of Policing (1829)
The development of uniformed, public police took place much more slowly in England than in the rest of Europe. Public … More
How to Get Beyond Ferguson
In order for police in our nation to move forward and restore trust, this ONE THING must be done: Stop … More
Changing the Police
Is Changing Our Police Possible? One of the questions that was asked of me by one young criminal justice student … More
How Should Police Act?
MY EIGHT PILLARS OF POLICING 1. Policing is a necessary function; a noble and learned calling. 2. Only those … More
Are You a Quality Leader? Do a Check Up: Part IV
The following are principles 10 through 12 of the 12 Principles of Quality Leadership. I suggest you use them in this … More
Are You a Quality Leader? Do a Check Up: Part III
The following are principles 7 through 9 of the 12 Principles of Quality Leadership. I suggest you use them in this … More
Are You a Quality Leader? Do a Check Up: Part II
The following are principles 4 through 6 of the 12 Principles of Quality Leadership. I suggest you use them in this … More
Improving Police: A Necessary Conversation 