First published 2016
Twenty-seven police chiefs, commissioners, and department heads gather to reimagine their profession's trajectory over the next decade. Each leader presents their vision for transforming law enforcement through strategic innovation and bold experimentation. The chiefs grapple with fundamental questions about recruitment, training, and accountability while navigating the complex relationship between police unions and management. Their discussions reveal how departments can better serve both officers and communities through collaborative approaches. The leaders explore practical solutions for building trust, implementing new technologies, and developing more effective public safety models. Their collective wisdom points toward a future where police agencies balance internal needs with external community demands. This compilation captures the tension between tradition and necessary change as these experienced professionals chart a path forward for American policing.
Genres: american, non-fiction, 21st-century, police, law, american-history
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: collaborative-approach, social-change
Setting: United States
Period: 2022
148 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform