Could this police chief be the person the White House needs to fight crime?
In this conversation, a police chief explains why he isn't interested in taking a government job but would be willing to consult with police chiefs and sheriffs across the country. His approach centers on using data, investigative techniques, and proactive policing to prevent crime rather than simply reacting after crimes happen.
The broader debate is about whether America's best law-enforcement strategies can be scaled nationwide, and whether proactive policing can make communities safer. Research has found that certain proactive policing strategies can reduce crime, particularly in targeted areas.
