There are moments in reflecting back to the work I did in policing to remind me why it matters. My … More
Tag: procedural justice
Becoming a Learning Organization
During my 20+ years as Chief of Police in Madison, Wisconsin, I led a department that became nationally known for … More
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
Improving Police: A Necessary Conversation 