Shifting the Power: Ed Cronin’s Innovative Approach to Policing and Justice

In this episode, former police chief Ed Cronin shares his innovative approach to law enforcement that led to long-term, sustainable change in crime-ridden neighborhoods in Massachusetts. By implementing systems thinking and community policing, Cronin tackled high murder and high school dropout rates, engaging community leaders, including minority members, to make a lasting impact. He is the 2011 recipient of the Individual Achievement Award in the Field of Civil Rights by the International Chiefs of Police. <br /><br />Cronin also discusses his work with the police force in Moldova, where he helped elevate women to positions of power and create a powerful women's police association. The conversation covers the ongoing efforts needed to empower women in the United States and what individuals can do to promote a more democratic and just society. According to Cronin, the best use of power is to give it away, and speaking up when something is wrong is a crucial first step.<br /><br />The episode is divided into three chapters: 1. Community Policing and Systems Thinking (0:00:00 - 0:17:02) 2. Empowering Women and Promoting Democracy (0:17:02 - 0:24:20) 3. Just Policing Book and Talks (0:24:20 - end) <br /><br />Connect with Chief Cronin and order his new book - https://justpolicing.org/<br /><br />Become a supporter of this podcast: <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/perpetual-moetion-with-dr-moe-anderson--5831364/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/perpetual-moetion-with-dr-moe-anderson--5831364/support</a>.