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Forging the Future of American Policing: A Special Report

Flowood, Mississippi, became a crucible for American policing transformation on May 29, 2025. It was my profound honor to address over 500 dedicated law enforcement professionals from across the state at the Mississippi Public Safety Summit.

Recognition Matters: Why Small Agencies Need Awards and Commendations

In small and rural police departments… A structured awards and commendation program isn’t just a morale booster – it’s a force multiplier for agency culture, officer retention, and community trust. And it doesn’t require a big

Police Reform in America: Progress, Challenges, and New Approaches

The last decade has witnessed growing calls for change within the American criminal justice system, specifically in law enforcement practices. After high-profile incidents of police violence and nationwide protests, the phrase “defund the police” became a

Life, Death & Liability: Part 1

Silence is shattered by the deafening sounds of radios crackling to life and voices bellowing: “War is declared!” —World War I, also known as The Great War, had begun. This conflict, often described as “the war

The NYPD: Leading Through a National Crisis

Principled Leadership, Morale, Resilience, Suicide Prevention © PART I of II On Thursday, November 14, 2024, I was the privileged guest speaker for the NYPD Medical Division at their Corona, Queens facility. My remarks were made

Applying the Crime Triangle to Human Trafficking

There is scarce argument that law enforcement is facing unique challenges as it moves into the third decade of the 21st century.  Police departments are embracing new and unique ways to provide services to their communities

Drones As First Responders

We are informed daily of news about the effectiveness of drones in warfare. We learn how these military drones are used for reconnaissance, artillery spotting, precision strikes, and intelligence gathering. Although it seems like drones being

Police Suicides: Awareness, Compassion, Action

While conducting research for this article, I came across a photo of an impressive young NYPD Officer. It was NYPD Officer Colin Patrick Rossiter, 22 years-old, who tragically lost his life to suicide on March 2,

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.

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