404 0 obj <>stream Home going celebration for Mrs. Kellie R. Alexander will be held on Saturday May 15th , 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Love First Christian Center, 12847 Balm Riverview Road, Riverview, Florida, Senior Pastor Dr. Jomo Cousins with Pastor Dwayne Sanders, Officiating. We are thrilled to have made the kind of changes that we need to see.". Minneapolis activists who have long called for reform have mixed emotions about the change. He is also the former police chief of Rochester, New York, where he served as the federal security director in the TSA. The virulence of the disease is rooted in the same social and economic conditions as the virulence of law enforcement attitudes and policies toward communities and individuals of color. 11A But unlike the TV where you only get a few minutes with him, today we go deep in an incredibly thoughtful conversation in a way that you only can on a real dialogue podcast. During President George W. Bushs first term, the DOJ launched 12 investigations of law enforcement agencies for practices that violate the Constitution. With my decades of experience, I would have nothing to say. Cedric Alrxander and Cedric L Alexander are some of the alias or nicknames that Cedric has used. That's more than either of the mayors of Minneapolis or St. Paul, or the state governor's salary. Alexander received a doctorate in clinical psychology from the Wright State School of Professional Psychology. He is also the former police chief of Rochester, New York, where he served as the federal security director in the TSA. Come back into this city, be part of this city. Ahmaud Marquez Arbery was out for a jog unarmed in Glynn County, Georgia, when two local white men, Travis McMichael and his father, Gregory, a former local law enforcement officer, were recorded on the cellphone of a third local white resident, William Roddie Bryan, gunning him down. He went on to work as a deputy, police officer, detective, deputy mayor, and police. Dr. Alexander is a True and Outstanding Servant Leader. Meanwhile, under the Trump administration, the Justice Department has essentially abandoned in-depth investigations into unconstitutional policing practices, according to a CNN report. Dr. Cedric Alexander stepping down as DeKalb Public Safety Director FOX 5 Atlanta 357K subscribers Subscribe 4.3K views 5 years ago Dr. Cedric Alexander is stepping down as Public. Alexander is the former public safety commissioner of Dekalb County, so he knows what police departments look like. Because of his extensive scholarship, research, dedication to eliminating bias and discrimination in policing, and his commitment and service to APA and the profession of psychology, it is my honor to award Cedric L. Alexander, PsyD, with this 2021 Presidential Citation. Council approves Alexander as Minneapolis first community safety commissioner. He began his career as a deputy sheriff in Leon County, Florida. "- Bill Walton, NBA Hall of Fame Legend. A leadership with proper morals, and one that comes from the heart. President Joan Gabel announced Tuesday that the University of Minnesota has completed its review of the University of Minnesota Police Department and public safety policies, which began September 2020. Protests across the country have escalated over the death of George Floyd who died after being restrained by Minneapolis police officers on Memorial Day, May 25. whether federal hate crime charges were appropriate, Presidents Task Force on 21st Century Policing. Dr. Cedric Alexander sworn in as Minneapolis' first community safety commissioner. He is also the author of the hit book, The New Guardians: Policing in America's Communities for the 21st century. Other information about Dr. Cedric Alexander: What the Plan Now America. "I will say this We want people to come back into this city. For work these days, Cedric is a President at C Moody Alexander . And we need, I need, your help to do that," he said. He has previously served as the director of public safety for DeKalb County in Georgia where he oversaw police, fire, emergency response and 911. spokesman-recorder.com. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. By far my favorite podcast really enjoy the straightforward, no BS conversations- iTunes Reviewer, #1 Podcast for a reason- iTunes Reviewer, This is not your average self help podcast- iTunes Reviewer, Quite frankly, unlike any other podcast- iTunes Reviewer, "Real conversations with no bullshit - the guests get driven away from their standard form responses, and irreverence is valued"- Podcast Listener, "I listen during my commute. People shattered windows, set fires and damaged monuments in a downtown park after a protest against the death of George Floyd. 0 Love you Christopher and love that you share your REAL YOU with all of us and invite us all to do the same! Were someone in the federal government to stumble across what we did, they would find themselves with a leg up to creating what we need now even more desperately than what we needed in 2015: a plan, a map, a GPS. It is a lynching. A law enforcement expert spoke with FOX 5 about takeaways for police chiefs nationwide. Today marks a seminal moment in our work to reshape and redefine community safety in Minneapolis, said Mayor Jacob Frey. Deputy Mayor Cedric Alexander was accused of sexual harassment by a subordinate in his previous job as Public Safety Director in Dekalb County, Georgia. But he said the department still plays a critical role in holding wrongdoers accountable and making the city a welcoming place. Protesters hold up metal gates as they build a barrier in a roadway on Saturday, May 30, in Las Vegas. We need to move policing forward and rebuild relationships in the community, Alexander said. As it turned out, the warrant, concerning drug charges, was served in connection with two people already in police custody. He started as part of C&C Factory, a tag team with Caprice Coleman. His fire was returned, and Taylor took the brunt of it, struck eight times. Cedric began his career over 40 years ago in 1977 as a Deputy Sheriff in Leon County, Florida. . In 2015, I was asked by President Obama to serve on the Presidents Task Force on 21st Century Policing, which was a response to a number of serious incidents between law enforcement and the communities they serve and protect. With the city's commitment to a multifaceted approach to providing safety for all in Minneapolis a priority, Alexander would have a huge challenge to meet, being that this office never existed before until now. Dr. Cedric Alexander. Reach the MSR staff at msrnewsonline@spokesman-recorder.com. We must work together to heal our city and address the systemic issues that lead to the unconscionable levels of violence in our communities. L Y@ef $*AE ) Editor's Note: Cedric L. Alexander served some four decades in law enforcement and other areas of public service leadership.A CNN and MSNBC contributor, he is the author of "In Defense of . Roger Jackson . Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:00:47 41.7MB) | Embed, Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify | Pandora | Stitcher | RSS | More. The DeKalb County Police Department (DKPD) is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated DeKalb County, Georgia, as well as the incorporated cities of Tucker and Stonecrest.The department serves a population of more than 730,000 people. What Im concerned about is not their politics, but this nation as we know it. Dr. Cedric Alexander. . Christopher Lochhead | Follow Your Different. On todays special episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we have a deep conversation about the State of America. Dr. Allen Williams, Sr. 1002(7). The Minneapolis City Council approved Cedric Alexander, a nationally known law enforcement official, to become the city's first community safety commissioner. The professional wrestler had a great run in 205 Live and won the prestigious Cruiserweight Championship once in his career. He is a former President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives. He holds a Doctorate of Clinical Psychology from Wright State University. Dr. Alexander is the past national president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executive (NOBLE), over 40 years of public safety and 20 years of mental health practitioner. Blocked by the Minneapolis Commissioner of Public Safety, Cedric Alexander. I didnt even know how to dress for an interview, recalled Alexander, I went over there in a jean jacket, jeans, [and] a skull cap, like a typical college student. Hamlin had a reputation of being a sexist and a racist and a bigot, but the two men found common ground. Cedric L. Alexander, PsyD, Awarded 2021 APA 2023 registration is now open! The problems we face at this moment are part of our long history. "- Podcast Listener, "The people that get it today are doing things in an authentic manner. Alexander was sworn in as Minneapolis' first Community Safety Commissioner on Aug. 8 after being nominated for the position by Mayor Frey in July of 2022. He has authored two books, The New Guardians: Policing in Americas Communities for the 21st Century and In Defense of Public Service: How 22 Million Government Workers Will Save Our Republic. Despite being only 32 years old, Cedric Alexander has already accomplished a great deal in his career. A visionary leader who has served over four decades in law enforcement and public service, theres few more qualified to speak on the growing strife between race, communities, and the police. In a recent oral history interview, Alexander, now the chief safety officer for DeKalb County, Georgia and the president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), described his conversation with Sheriff Raymond Hamlin as a defining moment in his life. Alexander says none of this can be done without public support both of him and the department. Sign up to receive the latest news and updates from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. hbbd``b`: $[A= | $ The office is one of the major elements of Mayor Freys proposed executive government structure. President Barack Obamas Justice Department opened 15. Ours was not a commission but a task force, charged with identifying the problems and quickly formulating plans to correct them. Cedric V. Alexander California Conference San Francisco/Sacramento District. Minnesota Cancer Alliance Breast Cancer Gaps Project, Southside crime complaints greet new public safety commissioner, Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort raided by the FBI, Support HF 93 to end the legacy of slavery for those convicted of a crime, Harry Belafonte leveraged his stardom for social change, Paper Is People: Decolonizing Global Paper Cultures, StoryFest 2023: Shared Stories, Shared World, Super Saturday Educational Conference for Parents and Caregivers, MN Cancer Alliance Breast Cancer Gaps Project. But the complete absence of leadership political, moral, policy, strategic strikes me as genuinely unprecedented. "This is a person with a wealth of experience that is highly respected nationwide. Dr. Cedric Alexander on Capitol Security. A CNN and MSNBC contributor, he is the author of In Defense of Public Service: How 22 Million Government Workers Will Save Our Republic. The opinions expressed in this commentary are his own. endstream endobj 118 0 obj <>/Metadata 22 0 R/PageLayout/OneColumn/Pages 115 0 R/StructTreeRoot 40 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 119 0 obj <>/Font<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Type/Page>> endobj 120 0 obj <>stream Dr. Cedric Alexander is a leading voice on the topic of advancing policing and is the author of "The New Guardians: Policing in America's Communities for the 21st Century." When he speaks at 6 p.m. Monday, September 20 at The Rex Theatre, the topic will be "Rethinking Public Safety in America: Where Do We Go Today, if a young person of color asks me what they should do if a police officer stops them, I answer: Put your hands on the steering wheel where they can be seen, cooperate and comply. The role comes with one of the highest salaries in the state, with a base of $300,000. The FBI has opened an investigation into her death. Dr. Alexander served as Chief of Police in Rochester, NY and DeKalb County, GA and worked with TSA . 383 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/ID[<0D54D268A7E24A8F8BEBEF97DCD2ED50><08BBF25660E887469B2FF27F5A4B7E15>]/Index[355 50]/Info 354 0 R/Length 129/Prev 437933/Root 356 0 R/Size 405/Type/XRef/W[1 3 1]>>stream In his new book, Cedric makes a case for the importance of the public servant to uphold the legitimacy of U.S. Democracy. Cedric Alexander is sworn in as the new Minneapolis community safety commissioner at City Hall on Monday morning. All Rights Reserved. City Council approves Mayor Frey's nomination of Cedric Alexander as Minneapolis' first community safety commissioner. Dr. Alexander has a long resume specializing in law enforcement and advisement. Trumps Justice Department, according to legal experts and DOJ records, has opened only one. This is the heartthrob of this city, of this state, and the heartthrob of this country. 12. Alexander was hired as DeKalb's. Alexander, who has a doctorate in clinical psychology, brings more than 40 years of executive leadership in civil service, law enforcement, and public safety to this new role. "I know the path forward will not be easy, but I am committed to making sure Minneapolis residents, businesses, and visitors are safe when they are in this great city. --from the foreword by Congressman Elijah E. Cummings. To hear more from Dr. Cedric Alexander and the State of America, download and listen to this episode. Before moving to Cedric's current city of Pensacola, FL, Cedric lived in Rochester NY and Frisco TX. Spencer Barrett Pacific Northwest Conference Pacific Northwest District. Its very difficult to me for me to take sides with one over the other, because I think politics get played all the way around. He came to WCCO from WNBC-TV in New York City where he covered an array of stories for the station including the Coney Island plane crash, the crane collapse on the city's east side, 50 shots fired at motorist Sean Bell by New York Police, and a lacrosse team assault at Fairfield High School in Connecticut. This is a great podcast for those who want to be on a constant learning adventure- iTunes Reviewer, The only podcast I listen to. "- Podcast Listener, "I like being exposed to people and thoughts that I wouldnt normally get to listen and learn from in the general day to day of life and business- Podcast Listener, "It is like being a fly on the wall in a high level conversation and there are great insights from people with proven legendary results "- Podcast Listener, Christopher Lochhead is the Joe Rogan of Business- Jon Bergoff, CEO, Flourishing Leadership Institute, "Christopher Lochhead is a human exclamation point"- Fast Company Magazine, "Christopher Lochhead is one of the best minds in marketing"- The Marketing Journal, Christopher Lochhead is an exploding star a quasar across the sky. He is the chief executive officer of CL Alexander Consulting which specializes in providing consultation for public, private, and government agencies around executive leadership development and training. If Minnesota legalizes weed, will marijuana-related criminal records be cleared? Dr. D. Charles Wharry Desert Mountain Conference Phoenix/Albuquerque District. Plaintiff Rev. "It certainly is going to be an opportunity to uplift the community at a time when people you hear so often, particularly downtown feel a sense of fear. He is also the author of the hit book, The New Guardians: Policing in Americas Communities for the 21st century. The conversation started off on the topic of the upcoming midterms on 2022, and the subsequent presidential election on 2024. endstream endobj startxref He was a member of President Barack Obama's Task Force on 21st Century Policing, which recommended training officers on use of force and de-escalation techniques. They then talk briefly about the continuous perpetuation that the election was stolen, despite numerous proofs and actual recounts done in some states. His approach to leadership stems from his unique experience in law enforcement, clinical psychology and family therapy. He resides in Bowie, Maryland. Cedric has served in many high-level executive positions, including, as the former President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement (NOBLE), as well as on President Barack Obama's Task Force on 21st Century Policing. He has lectured on police stress and burnout, and currently trains on topics of management and leadership, centered around 21st Century Policing. @Calex_law. Editors Note: Cedric L. Alexander served some four decades in law enforcement and other areas of public service leadership. We cant forget the past, but we truly do have to look toward the future. The chief is Mirtha V. Ramos. Dr. Alexander has served as the Federal Security Director for the Transportation Security Administration, a division of the United States Department of Homeland Security, at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport. According to his website, Alexander started his career in 1977 as a deputy sheriff in Leon County, Florida. We need to redesign our approach to public safety so everyone is working together.. Black Americans mostly young men, but women as well are being killed by American law officers not for anything they did but for who they are. But the record of the last minutes of Floyds life shows a man being slowly, deliberately deprived of the breath of life. Videos of police violence against black people have become commonplace. The challenges of being a black man in the United States are keenly felt by Alexander who is all too aware of the precarious tight rope African-American officers must walk in their communities. It is an honor to be here today to participate as a witness in the Senate's hearing on "The State of Civil and Human Rights in the United States". He has also recently wrote a books titled "The New Guardians: Policing in America's Communities for the 21st Century" and "In Defense of Public Service: How 22 Million Government Workers Will Save Our Republic. Alexander worked for Ring of Honor (ROH) from 2010 until 2016. That is dangerous, brother. Dr. Cedric Alexander. I keep buying all their books! The former police chief and news commentator makes a compelling case for the importance of civil service in this timely bookforeword by Elijah Cummings. Minneapolis Public Safety Commissioner Cedric Alexander presented a $1 million yearly budget proposal for his department to a meeting of the Minneapolis City Council's budget committee on. hb```a``ZpVA2@+=Y~*BIc>Y . @Ajjc`k}XlL V?&VjL71abbdcRc%,Us3CvpD9? Dr. Cedric L. Alexander, a 39-year law enforcement veteran, has an exemplary and proven record of working with diverse populations and of innovation in dealing with major challenges. "You get what you pay for," Frey said. Being a former lawman himself, Dr. Cedric Alexander cant help but think about it as well. Alexander, who has a doctorate in clinical psychology, brings more than 40 years of executive leadership in civil service, law enforcement, and public safety to this new role. Mayor Jacob Frey heralded the new post as a new day for the city. His insight into the non-elected fourth branch of governmentour nations public servants, civil servants, and first respondersas those who will save the nation by helping bring our greatly divided society together is uncanny during todays times. 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Alexander said Monday that he hopes to have a permanent police chief named by the end of October. The coroners jury ruled justifiable homicide, but the consensus among historians is that Hampton was targeted for assassination by the FBI, acting in this case as latter-day Nightriders. His experience, leadership qualities, and national networks will help us chart a new path forward toward greater police accountability to improve public safety in the city of Minneapolis, said City Council President Andrea Jenkins. In 2015, by executive order, Alexander was appointed to President Obamas 21st Century Task Force and provided expert congressional testimony to both the United States Senate Judiciary Committee and House Committee on Homeland Security. Chauvin was charged with third-degree murder and manslaughter. I'm eager to begin building the Office of Community Safety alongside community and Minneapolis first responders to develop a more effective, integrated approach to public safety.". Dr. Cedric Alexander was sworn in as the representative for District 3 on the Emerald Coast Utilities Authority (ECUA) Board Tuesday, at the ECUA's regular monthly meeting. As rage over killings of black Americans sweeps nation, DOJ has all but abandoned broad police investigations. In a recent oral history interview, Alexander, now the chief safety officer for DeKalb County, Georgia and the president of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), described his conversation with Sheriff Raymond Hamlin as a defining moment in his life. As with the Arbery slaying, the history behind this blink of an eye is much longer, bringing to mind the fate of Fred Hampton, a 21-year-old Chicago activist, Black Panther and founder of the Rainbow Coalition. He will not disappoint! He says, Its a double-edge sword for a black police officer because youve got to be sensitive to the struggles and history in your own population, but you also are tied to the responsibilities and the oath that youve taken as a law enforcement official. 133 0 obj <>stream Cedric Alexander was sworn in during a brief ceremony at City Hall, after his nomination was approved by the City Council last week. The need for a better America cannot be disputed. A trusted media expert, Cedric previously worked as CNN's Law Enforcement Analyst and has made many other appearances on networks such as Fox News and MSNBC. Particularly, on whether people could expect violence during these times, with regards to the events that unfolded last election. Taylors only offense was having had a prior relationship with one of them. In his frequent, high profile commentary on CNNs Amanpour, NBC News, and MSNBC, he poses the hard questions about systemic racism in our country and the need for police reform. ( 14 ) $2.99. But its true history, the history of violent racism in America, is much longer, dating to the 19th century and the Jim Crow era of the early 20th century, when lynchings and the refusal to prosecute them were routine. On May 25, Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin and three other officers arrested George Floyd in connection with a forgery incident passing an allegedly counterfeit $20 bill. Cedric Alexander WWE Age, Height, Wife, Religion, Family, Net Worth, house address and more you need to know personal and professional life of Cedric Alexander We all have a role to play in overcoming these challenges., We need to bring these five public safety departments togetherso they can work together, they can be creative and idealistic together. He needed 7 votes for the job. Floyd died after being restrained by Minneapolis police officers on May 25. Meanwhile, there is no shortage of video coverage of the peaceful demonstrations and protests and violent riots and looting that have followed what happened in Minneapolis. The position involves overseeing all. Also a huge fan of his 2 books. He will leave his position at the end of March. As we have no plan for Covid, so we have no plan for addressing police violence against this same population. Today marks a defining step in pushing for a transformation and change in how we deliver service in the city of Minneapolis, in terms of how we approach safety in our city," Frey said. Alexander, 67, spent more than 40 years working in law enforcement, beginning his training in Florida in the 1970s. Now as a law enforcement official, Alexander encourages everyone to take a second look at people and try to truly follow Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.s lesson of judging people by the content of their character and not by first impressions. Created in the wake of George Floyds murder and subsequent racial unrest across the United States, the task force is an effort to promote and make a constructive contribution to change by convening a group of experts in relevant areas to develop a resource to aid police leaders in making lasting change that will effectively reduce illegitimate and illegal use of force against African Americans, as well as having beneficial impacts on police-community relations. His background combines a long career as a deputy, a police officer, a detective, a deputy mayor, and a police chief in cities across the United States. When asked if there is a chance for both sides to have a more civil dialogue as opposed to inciting violence whenever they dont get the desired results, Dr. Alexander has this to say: My thought is that both sides of the aisle, in my humble opinion, struggle for good leadership. What we lack is a plan to address the events themselves, just as we lack a plan to address the Covid-19 pandemic which, of course, impacts people of color with greater frequency and consequence than it does white people. Rev. It's all of us together working toward that goal," he said. Mayor Jacob Frey looks on as Cedric Alexander is sworn in as community safety commissioner on Monday. %%EOF Reg Chapman joined WCCO-TV in May of 2009. Amity Foster (@amityf) October 6, 2022 Editor's Note: Cedric L. Alexander served some four decades in law enforcement and other areas of public service leadership. Alexander, 67, spent decades working in law enforcement and has a doctorate in clinical psychology. MINNEAPOLIS --A new leader may soon oversee police and emergency workers in Minneapolis. Dr. Alexander is the Deputy Chief Operating Officer for Public Safety in DeKalb County,Georgia, a position he has held since late 2013. Not political leadership, but humanistic leadership.