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Vincent Bove

NYPD promotion ceremony, Feb. 23, 2024. (Courtesy NYPD News on X)

21St Century Policing: Issues and Response

Reawakening the Nation – A Special Report During nine months of travels throughout Italy, China and California (June 2023 – February 26, 2024), I remained in constant contact with American law enforcement and private security colleagues.

21st Century American Policing Demands Ethical Leadership

Indisputably, these are remarkably challenging times for policing, and the eyes not only of the nation, but of the world are upon us. Let us reflect on issues, provide solutions and enhance our dedication to lives

America’s Armed Forces: A Special Tribute

Reawakening America LLC in Partnership with the National Association of Chiefs of Police By Vincent J. Bove This special tribute is in honor of America’s armed forces. America must eternally honor all who protect us through

Echoes Of Columbine: School Violence Awareness And Prevention

On Thursday, June 16, 2022, I was privileged to address 75 police chiefs and associate members of the Bergen County Police Chiefs Association (BCPCA) in Haworth, N.J. My remarks were titled, “Echoes of Columbine: School Violence

America’s Active Shooter Crisis Demands Visionary Leadership

America’s culture of violence is continually manifested through horrific active shooter tragedies. Violence is a reality of American life. Companies, schools, campuses, houses of worship, communities and public gatherings throughout the nation are potential targets. Visionary

Safeguarding America’s Protectors: A Community Responsibility

It has been my privilege to address law enforcement agencies through published works in The Chief of Police for 13 years, and audiences nationwide for more than 20 years. These initiatives have addressed issues, including ethical policing,

Mass Demonstration Recommendations

The challenges to their profession are daunting. We continually witness accelerating violence, apathy, distrust, cynicism and callousness throughout society.

Understanding the Profession

The challenges of policing in America are at a critical crossroads, and a transformative commitment to the profession is necessary. Challenges facing police agencies and departments are numerous. These include the overriding issue of building bridges of

In Memoriam: America’s Fallen Police Officers

As of June 30, 2021, according to preliminary data from the Department of Justice, 155 federal, state, tribal and local law enforcement officers had died in the line of duty this year. The Department of Justice

America’s Mass Shooter Crisis Demands Visionary Leadership

Unfortunately, American flags continually flying half-staff to honor victims of mass shootings serve as a stark reminder of our culture of violence. It is a disturbing commentary on American life, when flags at half-staff seem to

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