UCLA’s Williams Institute released a report this week about homophobia within law enforcement and corrections in the United States.  The 51 page report details research conducted by the Institute and chronicles countless incidents of LGBT law enforcement employees who have …

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One of the most rewarding parts of working in a public safety profession is the camaraderie available among colleagues and co-workers.  Some of my best life-long friends came from my time working in law enforcement.  Law enforcement, the fire service, …

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When I started my law enforcement career in 1978, the first two women were hired by my department for regular patrol assignments. News of this unique hire covered the front page of the local news paper; literally from top to …

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