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- Spiritual Crisis: How to Stop Gun Violence - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2013 from Stephanie MannAmericans hear tragic stories every day involving guns! However, we must discuss community change if we are going to stop violent behavior! Government, police, schools and nonprofit groups work to reduce violence with educational programs on child abuse, bullying, drug abuse, domestic violence ...
Views: 1898 - The Perfect Storm for Violence - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2012 from Stephanie MannThe murder of 12 and wounding of 58 people at a theater in Aurora, CO is another national tragedy sparking debate on gun control. Based on my experience as a crime and violence prevention consultant, over the past 35 years, I see a need to share what I have learned about violence. The seed ...
Views: 2362(1 vote) - BIN LADEN: Primitive Men vs. Enlightened Americans - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2012 from Stephanie MannU.S. Special Forces killed Osama Bin Laden one year ago. As the 1st anniversary approaches, Americans are being warned to stay alert as terrorists may be planning violent acts of revenge. Brave American soldiers removed this ego-driven man, however, his behavior should be a wake up call for ...
Views: 1399 - WHY KIDS TAKE DRUGS! - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Stephanie MannGeorge Will’s national editorial, “Should U.S. legalize drugs?” needs discussion. Will states, “20 percent of all prisoners – 500,000 - are incarcerated for dealing illegal drugs, but alcohol causes as much as half of America’s criminal violence and vehicular fatalities.” Interdiction and ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - CITIZEN ACTIVISTS: The Key to Community Change! - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Stephanie MannAmerica’s budget crisis and economic downturn has experts writing articles and wondering why crime has gone down. A former Los Angeles police chief gives credit to tracking, analyzing numbers and quick responses. Richard Rosenfeld, a sociologist who studies crime trends states, "a remarkable ...
Views: 1300 - 10 Ways to Stop Gangs without Money! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Stephanie MannAmerica slowly evolved from “In God we trust” to the “me generation” demanding rights without a sense of responsibility to neighbors or community. The loss of community involvement has contributed to the growth of criminal gangs. When families break down, children can become angry. They can find ...
Views: 2382(3 votes) - Wake Up America...We must protect children! - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Stephanie MannPenn State and Syracuse University are facing national scandals! At Penn State in 2002, an assistant coach witnessed a sexual assault of a child, told administrators and no one reported it to police. Seven more assaults have now been reported. Americans have heard horror stories about sexual ...
Views: 2129(4 votes) - POLICE INCREASED CRIME – 12 ways - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Stephanie MannDo you remember when neighbors knew every child on the block and they called parents if they misbehaved? At that time, neighbors knew how important it was to correct children before destructive behavior got out of control. As a crime and violence prevention consultant for 36 years, I saw a ...
Views: 1324 - STOPPING TERRORISM… a winnable challenge! - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Stephanie Mann“Must stay on guard,” (Bay Area News Group Editorial 5-2-11), is a message for all citizens. However, Americans need to know what they can do to reduce this dangerous threat to our safety. Terrorism is an unholy war with evil leaders spreading fear to promote their agenda. Terrorists want to ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - ARIZONA TRAGEDY: A WAKE UP CALL! - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Stephanie MannTwenty-two year old Jared Loughner killed six and wounded 14 innocent people in Tucson. The public reaction; a “deranged monster.” Others blame angry political speeches. Loughner’s friends called him a “social outcast.” This tragic event is a wake up call to focus on mental health and how to ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - 20 reasons: WHY GOOD KIDS MAKE BAD CHOICES! - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Stephanie MannLOSS OF FAMILY 1. 50% of marriages end in divorce which cuts a child’s support system in half – 1 in 4 women in abusive relationships. 2. Adult bullies: Mental abuse with put downs, insults, belittling, cursing, screaming and controlling without listening or guiding. 3. Physical abuse: ...
Views: 2518(4 votes) - Caring Citizens Deserve Credit - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2010 from Stephanie MannI read with great interest the article "Despair is up — so why isn't crime?" (Dec. 22 – Contra Costa Times, CA) The so-called experts are "scratching their heads over why crime has ebbed during this recession." A former Los Angeles police chief gives credit to tracking, analyzing numbers and ...
Views: 1909(2 votes) - Michael Jackson: The Tragic Consequences of Child Abuse - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Stephanie MannMillions of people enjoyed Michael Jackson’s genius as a showman, however, his legacy is even greater if we learn from his life story. During a TV interview, “Living with Michael Jackson,” Michael stated he was beaten by his father. He was so terrified he became physically ill when he saw ...
Views: 3498(3 votes) - Children without a Conscience - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Stephanie MannThe headline from Pinole, California read: “The killer showed no remorse.” A 28- year-old man was sentenced for killing two young teens by mistake because they wore red (the gang color of his enemies). At the hearing, he turned to the sobbing parents and said, “Get over it!” Criminal gangs in ...
Views: 2631 - Walkable Neighborhoods Fight Obesity - And Crime - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Stephanie MannChildhood obesity has reached epidemic proportions and health care costs to address this issue have now reached $14 billion a year. But ordinary citizens have discovered an unexpected solution to this national problem: walkable neighborhoods. By forming walking clubs, Americans are not only ...
Views: 1218 - Neighbors Can Be Mentors - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Stephanie MannThe Internet discussion reminded me, neighbors must be involved. The blog centered around a seven-year-old boy who broke into four homes, trashed houses and abused neighbor’s pets. The question was, “What should neighbors do?” I read 27 responses without one suggestion about helping this ...
Views: 1151 - How to break the cycle of violence - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Stephanie MannFor decades, politicians have tried to break the cycle of violence by hiring more police and implementing new laws. Those strategies and other penalties, however, have limitations because they do little to prevent the next generation from following the same destructive path. City officials seem ...
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