Debates about cash bail have raged for decades. The philosophy boils down to: “Cash bail unfairly hurts and targets the poor, since rich people always
In its never ending cycle to constantly oversee its officers, Chicago has decided to create another oversight board. Mayor Lori Lightfoot proposed the Civilian
So called “red flag” laws are sweeping the country and threatening the second amendment rights of citizens everywhere. Ostensibly designed to limit dangerous individuals’
The sanctuary city concept has evolved since its first appearance in the 1980s. Historically speaking, the idea of a sanctuary city stems from the
If you haven’t already heard, the civilian oversight board in Oakland, California has fired the police chief. This is something that has not only
While much attention has been directed at the tension afflicting the southern border of the United States that is shared with Mexico, problems are
Stance- Sheriffs deserve the support of their locally elected officials. We need to ensure that mayors, elected judges, county administrators, and city council members
Police Oversight Boards should be unbiased towards police officers and include vetting procedures for any potential members. When in doubt, oversight boards should defer
While many voters may not be in the know when it comes to the race for Attorney General in their state, this particular election
With 2019 in the rearview mirror, American Police Officers Alliance is taking time to reflect on last year’s accomplishments and begin work on another