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4 tips for transitioning to a civilian post
Catherine Iste Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityWhether you work in defense, military, police or fire, your job description includes duties rarely found in the civilian world. That does not mean you cannot make a smooth transition out of your uniform and into business casual.
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Violence continues as school security measures increase
Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & SecuritySadly, we live in an age where even the innocent are not spared from violence, and we see words like "lockdown" become an intrinsic part of the school lingo. Today's mass stabbing that injured 20 at a Pittsburgh-area high school is the latest example of this unfortunate trend.
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Managing law enforcement stress through emotional intelligence
Mark Bond Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityOfficers who have a functional, high emotional intelligence level have higher satisfaction rates and better career success within their departments. Workers who have the ability to build healthy workplace relationships have reported lower stress levels at work and healthy off-duty activities that bring balance.
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Silent suffering: Preventing law enforcement suicide
Mark Bond Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityPreventing police suicide is every officer's responsibility. The law enforcement profession can no longer ignore the silent suffering. Post-traumatic stress disorder is real and is a lot more common among first responders than initial indications.
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Are free speech and public safety at odds in the Internet age?
Liz Murphy Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe rapid pace at which technology is evolving is nothing short of awe-inspiring. But with every device or piece of social technology we create, we are continually reminded that our ability to innovate often outpaces our ability to create laws that protect public safety — often with tragic consequences.
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Preventing gun violence in schools
Mark Bond Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityGun violence is a major social issue in America, and schools and university campuses have become targets of this gun violence. In recent years, dozens of students, faculty and staff have become victims of this gun violence while on campus, and the loss of life and serious injuries have been devastating to our communities.
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The rising threat of heroin: Part I
Lauren Swan Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityAddiction to opioids is growing at an alarming rate, with the number of addicts practically doubling from 2007 to 2012. Of the opioids, heroin use is increasing the quickest; and after 10 years of continuous growth, it's becoming a noticeable problem.
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The growing epidemic of gangs and guns in the United States
Liz Murphy Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityGang violence is a growing challenge for law enforcement agencies and lawmakers across the country. At the recent United States Conference of Mayors in Washington, D.C., mayors from across the country participated in a session to discuss this issue. Ashley Swearengin, the mayor of Fresno, Calif., acted as the chair of the session and offered her thoughts on Fresno's ongoing battle against gang violence. But this problem isn't limited to Fresno. In fact, the 2011 National Gang Threat Assessment published by the FBI's National Gang Intelligence Center shows how gangs significantly impact crime rates in communities.
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10 things I wish I knew when graduating from police academy
Jim Pryde Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityWith more than 30 years in law enforcement, I've now got plenty of experience on my side. Knowing what I know at this stage of my career, I've reflected on what I could share with those beginning a new season of service in law enforcement careers. So stand aside, David Letterman, I've created a top 10 list of things I wish somebody had told me when I graduated from my basic police academy. I truly hope these resonate for many years to come.
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Emerging from the dust storm
Rod Brown Civil & GovernmentLocal governments are caught in a swirling dust storm that causes waste of precious tax dollars. Governing units do have legitimate purpose; most have just lost sight of what it is. During more than 40 years of public employment, I watched elected policymakers annually trying to divide a pot of limited revenue dollars among the competing demands of different departments within their organization. Interest groups, private citizens, businesses, coalitions and department heads passionately argued their causes while trying to increase their share of the budget.
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