On of the most reliable sources of information on the drug problem is Monitoring the
Future, a national drug survey.
Describe Lead On America, explaining how it began, what its goal is and what
strategies it suggests using.
Answer:
Answer varies.
The _________________ refers to a striking decline in social capital and civic
engagement in the United States.
Developing the trust and confidence of new immigrant populations is essential for
effective policing.
Much research provides undisputed proof that DARE programs have long-term,
positive results.
According to the text, an estimated 22.6 million Americans, aged 12 years and older,
-currently use illicit drugs.
According to the text, _________________ along with the police plays a major role in
-safeguarding Americans and their property.
Describe another way to view community policing. The text describes community
-policing as a organization-wide philosophy and management approach. How would
you describe community policing in your community?
Answer:
Answer varies.
Within a school, gangs can thrive on anonymity, _______________ and lack of
awareness by school personnel.
Partnerships are often referred to as _______________.
Community policing is a philosophy of full-service, personalized policing, where the
same officer patrols and works in the area on a permanent basis from a decentralized
place, -working in a proactive partnership with citizens to identify and solve problems.
Typically, police chiefs in cities where gangs have recently arrived are quick to
recognize the threat gangs pose to the community.
Managers should anticipate and prepare for resistance to the community policing
philosophy and the changes that accompany the trANSition.
Crime prevention is a cornerstone of community policing.
Incivilities and social disorder occur when _________________ have eroded.
According to the text, civil libertarians are not concerned that valued American
freedoms are being sacrificed in the interest of national safety.