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Practice smarter: Putting it all together
Eric Lamberson Law Enforcement, Defense & SecuritySo you've read the articles, books and blogs, and you've watched all the videos of the Distinguished Masters — you can do this, right? This is where most people breathe a sigh of relief and go back to their repetitive practice routine (if they practice at all). And then they fail miserably because at the end of the day becoming a better shooter is not about knowing, it is about doing.
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Do you have people willing to do research and development?
Frank R. Myers Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityIn the fire service, we always had the opportunity to try new equipment, gear, tools, uniforms, turnout gear, etc. Anyone with the opportunity to try different and innovative offerings from different manufacturers should take advantage of it. It can make your job easier, safer, more cost-efficient.
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Anyone can miss: Few clean targets at Olympic biathlon
R.V. Scheide Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityBiathlon is arguably one of the toughest competitive shooting sports in the world. True, there's quite a bit of cross-country skiing, an alpine discipline that lacks the obvious thrills of events such as the slalom and the downhill and may even seem akin to watching white paint dry during a snowstorm at the North Pole to many traditional shooting enthusiasts.
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Bipartisan budget deal boosts military spending
Seth Sandronsky Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityPresident Donald Trump signed a two-year federal budget early Friday morning that reopened the government after it briefly shut down overnight. The deal passed by Congress lifts caps on spending by an estimated $300 billion, with the majority of that increase going toward military funding.
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VR and law enforcement: A viable partnership?
Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityVirtual reality and artificial intelligence are the buzzwords for nearly every industry today. Now, law enforcement agencies are looking to adopt these emerging technologies as well. As many departments across the U.S. suffer from budget constraints and outdated technology, the criminals have access to the latest tools and tech. It is time for a change, and a new age of police training will incorporate these futuristic tools.
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Pediatric patients and their heroes
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Medical & Allied HealthcareNo parent should ever have to face the future knowing a child they love and cherish is going to die. But the harsh reality is that countless mothers, fathers, aunts, uncles, grandpops and grandmothers do this every day.
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IDPA: New rules, same challenge
Joshua Fry Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityIDPA has changed. Over the course of the last several years, IDPA has made multiple substantial changes to its rulebook to the delight of some and the lamenting of others. Just like our own Constitution, IDPA's rulebook is a "living" document and changes to keep up with the times. Sometimes you get prohibition-type rules that are quickly repealed, and sometimes you get lasting rules that change the sport for the better.
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The big problem with legalizing marijuana
Dave G. Houser Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityRegardless of where you stand on the issue, the legalization of marijuana is well underway across America. As of today, 31 states and the District of Columbia have laws legalizing cannabis for medical and/or recreational use. Nine of those states and the District of Columbia have legalized recreational marijuana, and at least six more states are expected to follow suit within the next two years.
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We need to unplug our soldiers
Steven W. Grudzinski Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityTechnology is great. It has its purposes and its conveniences, but also its burdens. Today's U.S. military is the most advanced fighting force in the world, capable of eliminating threats across the globe without even setting foot on the battlefield. However, that technology and advancement comes at a price — one that could prove fatal to our fighting men and women — electronic dependency.
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Pay attention to more than just apparatus gauges and components
Frank R. Myers Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityWith the inherent nature of firefighting, there are always changing events. It is a dynamic and ever-changing profession. During live fire emergencies and operations, drivers need to remain diligent about the activities occurring around them. They cannot remain focused on the pump panel or aerial operations only; they need to be vigilant about their surrounding area and radio communications.
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