KIAN: The entire review process, he says, could take anywhere from three to four months. Thursday on, On Point with Juandolyn Stokes, we were joined by law enforcement expert and author, Dr. Cedric Alexander. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. DR. ALEXANDER: So, youre like the editor-in-chief? Smart choice. Your email address will not be published. KIAN: Dr. Alexanders career began as a police officer in 1977. Defender: What is your vision of redesigning public safety? Alexander has married to his fellow professional wrestler Aerial in June 2018. Current Age: 30 Years old (as of 2020) MEGAN: So, in todays episode, we talk to Dr. Alexander via Zoom to learn more about who he is and what we can expect from his review. Net Worth: Approx. The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related statutes and regulations. It took less than a minute but Dr. Cedric Alexander has been sworn in as the city of Minneapolis first Commissioner of Community Safety @WCCO pic.twitter.com/CsGSbqfMKh. Dr. Alexander also served on President Obamas Task Force on 21st century policing. Using data, these services will be deployed strategically throughout the city. Rochester does that sound familiar right now? Also a huge fan of his 2 books. There are parts of our communities that feel marginalized or treated differently. Profession: Wrestler Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Religion: Christianity AEW. After two and half hours of talking, Hamlin signed Alexanders paperwork and they went their separate ways, yet Alexander says, Everything in my career over the last 37 years is because Sheriff Raymond Hamlin opened the door and gave me an opportunity that nobody else would. Dr. Alexander has over forty years in law enforcement. His credentials qualify him at all levels of City, State, and Federal government, including former roles that include: Lassen Peak's advisory committee consists of nationally-recognized experts to address critically important issues such as civil rights, law enforcement policy and procedure, and key community perspectives as it relates to the introduction of Lassen Peak's upcoming products. Which is going to be hugely important going forward. Actress: Angelina Jolie He speaks out on the violence while providing concrete solutions about how to navigate these troubled waters to address the problems plaguing law enforcement and the communities of color they serve. hWn8`RxPp\m"N7-=6kK8IC-X g3TX4F4LeZ S6aq1YO$RB0Q *XS%!LBJQqLEI=*2@IP%&3|y7EU3/iU}5O?y4z}&A#x zY^iDn1Y{&"~W>-e|?A(\ GK>]x~pzOy4{. One-time PWF World-1 Heavyweight Championship I want to talk to his personnel. BELLEVUE, Wash., Jan. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Lassen Peak announces the appointment of Dr. Cedric L. Alexander to its advisory committee. They realize that no one wants the over produced glitzy BS and instead they just want to learn. Not political leadership, but humanistic leadership. @Calex_law. Cedric Alexander sworn in as Minneapolis' 1st community safety commissioner. You had all those coming in succession to each other. AMBI (FADE BACK UP AND OUT) (PHONE RINGING). DR. ALEXANDER: Seeing families primarily, I did a lot of family work, and I did a lot of work with police officers and firefighters as well. Cedric Alexander is jealous of his wife, and jealous of AEW's All Out fun. Im doing a Zoom. "There will be no solution with any one individual, one organization.". Places: Russia Girlfriend: N/A But at the end of the day, what we say is what we do. What did you have? The police former police officer perspective. He finds it difficult to take sides with one or the other, because his concern and ideas require both sides to work together to fix the nation. WebIn 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 GERMUNDSON: We reached out to several student groups to get their perspective at the outset of this process, and the Students for a Democratic Society group on campus provided us with a statement. So, I feel peoples pain. Toggle the visibility of the Accessibility Toolbar, limiting their relationship with the Minneapolis Police Department, cutting the mens tennis, mens gymnastics and mens track and field teams, Local band Harlow brings poignant sound to Turf Club, Sweetgreen offering healthy, quick meals for students. We have an opportunity to show the citizens in this community and across this country and around the globe that the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota can be one of the safest cities in the country. GERMUNDSON: No. Jerry McAfee, the founder of violence prevention initiative 21 Days of Peace, agrees. The United States of America is facing some meaningful challenges right now, and who better to help us unravel everything than Dr. Cedric Alexander. PALMER: In other University of Minnesota news, first-year students are starting to move into residence halls this week as campus shifts into step one of the Maroon & Gold Sunrise Plan. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. 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. But you can also have state and local legislation that says no chokeholds. She is also a weekend talk show host on WCCO Radio. And Im also a person of color who lives the things that people are protesting about. The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). Dr. Alexander started with DeKalb County in April 2013 as Police Chief and was appointed Public Safety Director in February 2014. Full Name: Cedric Alexander Johnson Throughout his career, he has been pivotal in reforming troubled police departments and restoring trust between them and their communities. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Sep 7, 2021 September 7th, 2021. Defender: What has 2020 taught the policing community about the limitations of the current policing standards? endstream endobj startxref WebTuesday's public hearing could be Dr. Cedric Alexander's last chance to convince at least seven council members to approve his nomination to run the new Office of Community Safety. One-time CWF Mid-Atlantic Television Championship He emphasized that the coordination wouldn't result in the displacement of officers - rather, it would better leverage internal resources, like the violence interruptor program. He needed 7 votes for the job. And it becomes part of the culture, but whatever we do we want to make sure we build it into the culture so that it doesnt when I leave when the President leaves it goes away, but its something that is written inside a policy. Nothing stays the same forever. Other information about Dr. Cedric Alexander: We hope you enjoyed this episode ofFollow Your Different! Enter the code you received via email to sign in, or sign in using a password. Called "Operation Endeavor," Frey called it a comprehensive approach to public safety and it will coordinate city services - from police to prosecutors to violence prevention groups - and crack down on crime. from 8 AM - 9 PM ET. From his years of experience in the American independent scene, Alexander enthralled the WWE Universe with his aerial abilities, striking skills, and his heart for wrestling, in the first WWE Cruiserweight Classic. He is also the author of In Defense of Public Service: How 22 Million Government Workers Will Save Our Republic that features endorsements from the late U.S. Representative Elijah Cummings, Retired Major General James Spider Marks, and attorney Barry Scheck from the Innocence Project. Learn More{{/message}}, Dr Cedric Alexander. Im Megan Germundson, a senior at the University and returning reporter. In 2-19 WWE Superstar Shake-up, Alexander was introduced in RAW for the first time. GERMUNDSON: In response to the unrest following George Floyds killing, the University of Minnesota announced some changes to campus status quo, like limiting their relationship with the Minneapolis Police Department after facing pressure from student groups. "- Podcast Listener, "There is an authenticity to Christopher's approach that I respect, in addition to the breadth of the subject matter. Right. One-time PWX Heavyweight Championship Nationality: American And abundant in that anger is a lot of hurt, right? WebChief of Police, Ret. Dr. Alexander says that this is a dangerous precedent. Dr. Cedric Alexander: I truly think everythings on the tableSo, if Im a police chief and Im running a police department and the public is telling me that theyre not comfortable with police, they dont feel safe. His goal is to get all of the departments working together to combat the rise in violent crime in Minneapolis. "That's going to change day to day. I know the discrepancies and the systemic racism that still goes on in America, we cannot deny it. by Megan Germnudson and Ava KianPublished September 17, 2020. And in late August students, staff and faculty learned of the Universitys plan to assess public safety on campus. August 8, 2022 / 9:45 AM hbbd```b``S@$d/``w0 tEsl R; ,"Yy ZD~$,< l- 1#';Jg` Its we may have done it this way, but were going to do it this way. Rev. Sign up to receive the latest news and updates from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. Were almost at a point where even if I show you that clear evidence of anything, is still not believed. And this realization made him devote the next decades of his career to creating something new and better. An account was already registered with this email. Mayor Jacob Frey tapped Alexander for the position in July. All Rights Reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 0 When typing in this field, a list of search results will appear and be automatically updated as you type. Throughout his career, he has been pivotal in reforming troubled police departments and restoring trust between departments and their communities, including leadership roles ranging from Chief of Police in Rochester, NY to Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety in DeKalb County, GA. "Law enforcement advancements that provide benefit to both police and society will become an expectation of the public.". He is also consulting with companies such as AT&T FirstNet, the first nationwide network dedicated to public safety to help law enforcement, fire service, and EMS do their jobs safely and effectively. Whenever they call me. And I want to collect that information. ", Dr. Cedric Alexander says Minneapolis can be one of the safest cities in the country as long as all of the departments work together @WCCO pic.twitter.com/GL390EVK8W. "- 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. WebOn todays special episode of Christopher Lochhead: Follow Your Different, we have a deep conversation about the State of America. Trained by: George South Pro Wrestling School. One-time WWE Cruiserweight Championship, Date of Birth: 16th August 1989 Dr. Cedric Alexande Photo by Hyosub Shin_AJC Few people in the country know the issues of police reform from multiple aspects better than Dr. Cedric Alexander, "Operation Endeavor": Minneapolis's new plan to fight crime. You had Breonna Taylor. That will make a cultural change. AVA KIAN: Im Ava Kian, a new reporter at the Daily. Defender: We hear the term often, but what exactly is community policing? Im in the guardian mindset or I dont come to work. hb```a``ZpVA2@+=Y~*BIc>Y . @Ajjc`k}XlL V?&VjL71abbdcRc%,Us3CvpD9? | Privacy Policy, Privacy Policy | Donor Privacy Policy | Security and Entry | Visitor Policies | Firearm Policies | Accessibility, National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund444 E Street, NW | Washington, DC 20001Tel: 202.737.3400 | [emailprotected]. And so, my work primarily is to help build relationships and being able to do it from a variety of positions: having been a faculty member at a major institution, having been a police executive and administrator, having been trained as a psychologist, being a Black man in America, theres a combination of all of it. Mother: N/A DR. ALEXANDER: I understand. Cedric has testified before the House Oversight and Reform Committee on Facial Recognition Technology, as well as on the pros and cons of using body cameras, drones, and crime mapping in law enforcement. Cedric Alexanders wife is Big Swole who exchanged their Were moving into the 21st Century. Since he was sworn in last month, he's been tasked with overseeing five departments of public safety: 911, the city fire department, emergency management office, police department, and neighborhood safety. He is the former police chief and Public Safety Director in DeKalb County, Georgia. And theres always better ways to do things, but we all have to be part of that process. For Alexander, Sheriff Hamlin was his last chance. GERMUNDSON: After leaving the police force, he went back to school full time, earning a doctorate in clinical psychology at Wright State University. Im just wondering what you would have to say to people who are feeling uncomfortable with that. KIAN: Dr. Alexander said that his recommendations and review could lay the basis for new policies and other long-term changes at the University. PALMER: This is going to be a semester unlike any other, and we will be here to help document and give context to everything that happens. MEGAN GERMUNDSON: Hi everyone, welcome back to another school year. You know, we didnt have social media and video cameras all over the place and all that kind of stuff. CNN Law Enforcement Analyst Cedric Alexander: My thing has always been to treat people with dignity and respect regardless of who they are. Leadership that is grounded in the fact that we have to work together to find a way, or were going to continue to be in this very risky posture that we are in right now. He sits on the board of the Innocence Project, working to exonerate the wrongly convicted through DNA testing and reforming the criminal justice system to prevent future injustice. And I appreciate, to be honest with you, the courageousness of those young people, your friends, your colleagues, your classmates who stood up for justice. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. MINNEAPOLIS -- Roughly six weeks after Dr. Cedric Alexander was sworn in as Minneapolis' first community safety commissioner, he announced a plan - along with Have a good day, stay blessed. Some of the areas he is expected to review include: policing practices, University policies, social justice issues and issues surrounding security and safety on campus. KIAN: In an email, President Gabel announced the appointment of Dr. Cedric L. Alexander to conduct a review of the University and the UMPD. 404 0 obj <>stream After 40 years its time for a break, Dr. Alexander said in a news release Wednesday morning. Dr. Alexander states "law enforcement advancements that provide benefit to both police and society will become an expectation of the public. COPYRIGHT 2023. Dr. Alexander remains front and center of the explosive nexus of race and policing, posing the hard questions about systemic racism, gun safety, and police reform. Aerial plays in All Ellite Wrestling under the nickname Big Swole. 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. "- Podcast Listener, "Good people, good conversations, fun and insightful"- Podcast Listener, "I love Christopher and TOTALLY relate to how his heart and brain work - just like mine! Defender: Do you know of any departments nationally that are implementing some of the discussed reforms? Dr. Alexander realized that the unending combat took a toll on the police-community relations. Theres nothing wrong with reform. To hear more from Dr. Cedric Alexander and the State of America, download and listen to this episode. Along with his years of experience in law enforcement and as a Black man in America, Alexanders brutal honesty in assessing issues of policing have made his voice one of the most sought after on the subject. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. 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Pauleen is a journalist with a passion for telling stories. He adds, policing should be about being a "guardian and Cedric L. Alexander Psy.D, a public servant and mental health practitioner with over 40 years of experience serving in local, state, and federal government positions throughout the U.S., offers his in-depth knowledge and expertise on security, policing, government, and corporate policy You need to make sure that your voice is heard collectively and individually. Alexander says the leaders can only be effective if people in the community also do their part for safety. The ceremony, which took less than a minute was met with applause inside the City Hall rotunda from a number of City Council members, members from several of the city's public safety departments and Superintendent Drew Evens, the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension commissioner, among other leaders. 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