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Category Archives: Leadership
Simplistically Speaking
If only the woes of the world could be solved with a meme! It would be grand if one could post a meme, a symbol or a photo-shopped miracle cloud formation that would magically inspire people to see the error … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Ethics, Leadership, Politics, Uncategorized, Verbal Communication
Tagged alternative facts, communication, perspective, Politics, relativism, society, truth
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Of Protests and Violence
If the title of this piece looks familiar, there is a reason. It is a followup to last week’s piece “Of Protests and Courage.” The gentleman making the comment, it took courage to protest, made another comment deserving of analysis. … Continue reading
Jokers and Clowns Abound
The bulk of this piece was originally published as “Stuck in the Middle” in 2012. It is being posted again in honor of several prominent, and long serving, politicians who would be vying for joker and clown of the year … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Leadership, Manners, Political Extremes, Politics
Tagged current-events, persecution, political satire, Politics, president
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Faded Glory … Faded Vision?
Old Glory has flown proudly over the United States, in one form or another, since thirteen colonies joined together to form a republic. From that point forward, it has been the symbol of freedom and courage for much of the … Continue reading
Posted in Leadership, National Defense, Patriotism, Politics, Public Education
Tagged patriotism, Politics, president, Second Amendment, welfare
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In Light of the Times
The world today is a target rich environment for a writer. OneOldCop can spend time on the treadmill or stationary bike watching the morning shows and have twenty ideas about hot topics by the time workout is over. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
Posted in Civility, Daily Life, Leadership, Morality, Police, Uncategorized
Tagged current-events, election 2016, Politics, president
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Of Chaos and Politics
OneOldCop would like to say he was surprised by the chaos that has overtaken the United States since the Ferguson, Missouri incident in August 2014. Unfortunately, of all the feelings generated by what is happening in the country today, surprise … Continue reading
Posted in Law Enforcement, Leadership, Police, Politics, social media
Tagged anarchy, current-events, FBI, law enforcement, police, Politics, riots, White House
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So, Are You Sick of It Yet?
No! I am not asking if you are sick of An Old Cop’s Place. I am wondering if anyone else is sick of one of the newer gimmicks, speech impediments or habits in the public speaking arena. So, are you? … Continue reading
Are Their Lips Moving?
The title for this piece is taken from an old joke or bit of sarcasm. It is the response someone is likely to make when asked if politicians are lying. Sadly, it is a joke with a good deal of truth. Politicians … Continue reading
Posted in Ethics, Leadership, Politics
Tagged environmental regulations, EPA, federal government, political dishonesty, politicians, Politics, president, regulations
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Three Letters?
A parable told to many as they assume positions of command may have relevance in the United States today. It is hard to know if this story grew out of a specific incident, or where it originated. Still, anyone having … Continue reading
Posted in Daily Life, Leadership, Politics, Uncategorized
Tagged accountability, current-events, election 2012, leadership, Politics, president
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Lack of Discretion
Texas State Legislative sessions are always interesting to watch. They only occur every other year, and the regular session is limited to 140 days. The idea is to limit the time elected officials have to mess with things and avoid … Continue reading
Posted in Law Enforcement, Leadership, National Defense, Police, Politics
Tagged airline security, police, terrorists, tsa
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