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A visual representation of law enforcement officers prioritizing health and fitness while fostering positive connections with local residents.
The Importance of Physical Fitness in Law Enforcement: Enhancing Officer Well-Being and Community Engagement 1024 576 D'Andre Lampkin

The Importance of Physical Fitness in Law Enforcement: Enhancing Officer Well-Being and Community Engagement

Abstract Physical fitness is a cornerstone of law enforcement readiness, directly influencing officer health, operational performance, and community trust. Departments across the United States, including the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s…

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A wide-shot photo of the White House meeting table with Trump, Zelenskyy, and European leaders
Collaborative Diplomacy and Stakeholder Engagement: President Donald Trump’s Historic White House Meeting with Ukraine, Russia, and European Leaders 760 507 D'Andre Lampkin

Collaborative Diplomacy and Stakeholder Engagement: President Donald Trump’s Historic White House Meeting with Ukraine, Russia, and European Leaders

Abstract In the aftermath of prolonged conflict between Russia and Ukraine, President Donald Trump hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House following his bilateral meeting…

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Residents gathering in a diverse neighborhood, symbolizing efforts to preserve choice and equity amid rising housing pressures.
Preserving Neighborhood Choice in the Face of Housing Legislation 1024 576 D'Andre Lampkin

Preserving Neighborhood Choice in the Face of Housing Legislation

The Impact of State-Mandated ADU Laws on Local Communities and Infrastructure I may be a little late to the game in addressing this issue, but it’s one that continues to…

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Los Angeles County deputy sheriff patrolling, symbolizing recruitment and retention challenges in law enforcement staffing.
Recruitment and Retention Challenges for Deputy Sheriffs in Los Angeles County 629 352 D'Andre Lampkin

Recruitment and Retention Challenges for Deputy Sheriffs in Los Angeles County

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) is grappling with a significant challenge: recruiting and retaining Deputy Sheriffs amidst financial constraints and unprecedented demands. Recent decisions by the Los Angeles…

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LAPD officers take cover during the 1997 North Hollywood Shootout, a turning point in modern policing.
Remembering the North Hollywood Shootout: A Turning Point in Law Enforcement Tactics 900 720 D'Andre Lampkin

Remembering the North Hollywood Shootout: A Turning Point in Law Enforcement Tactics

On February 28, 1997, the nation witnessed a harrowing event known as the North Hollywood Shootout. This intense and prolonged confrontation between two heavily armed bank robbers and officers from…

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D’Andre Lampkin white paper on climate change, Syria, and homeland security published in William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review
From Rising Heat Comes Rising Tension in Syria: How Global Warming Started a War & Threatens Homeland Security 1024 576 D'Andre Lampkin

From Rising Heat Comes Rising Tension in Syria: How Global Warming Started a War & Threatens Homeland Security

This article, authored by D’Andre D. Lampkin and published in the William & Mary Environmental Law & Policy Review (Vol. 41, Issue 3, 2017), explores the intersection of climate change,…

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