During my 20+ years as Chief of Police in Madison, Wisconsin, I led a department that became nationally known for … More
Tag: procedural justice
How to Solve the Three Major Problems Facing Police
The three most pressing problems police currently face are restoring trust, implementing reform, and improving police officer safety and wellness. … More
Why I Think the Way I Do
Why I wrote yesterday’s blog. For me, the dream I illustrated yesterday acknowledges that I cannot change the racist system … More
We’re in a mess: what should we do?
I would imagine most community leaders, including police, are trying to sort out just what happened after May 25th, 2020, … More
The Learning Organization
Leadership 101: The Learning Organization Chief Mike Masterson of Boise, Idaho applies some sound leadership principles in the following communication … More
A Blue Manifesto
Seeking a New Direction (Once Again) “You may choose to look the other way, but you can never say again … More
Why Today’s Cops Need to Know What Other Cops Have Learned
Now in my 80th year, I have tried to off-load the accumulated burdens of police-related matters. It has not been easy … More
Being an (Uncomfortable) Prophet
“Prophets are respected everywhere except in their own hometown and by their relatives and their family” — Jesus of Nazareth. … More
Are You Listening?
As I read, watch, and think about policing (just about every day!), I see some things occurring that may suggest … More
A Letter to Young Cops
“My understanding of policing a free, democratic society is that we make it work from the bottom up. If … More
Improving Police: A Necessary Conversation 