Policing in small town America explained in pages

This book is similar to the “Behind and Beyond the Badge” series by Florida retired law enforcement officer Donna Brown as it profiles several public safety professionals in the course of their duties. The key difference, however, is it only focuses on police officers and no other public safety professionals. Nonetheless, John Digirolamo does a good job telling stories worth publicizing in “It’s Not About the Badge” from a law enforcement perspective. Some of the events in this book occurred just after the George Floyd nationwide protests from summer 2020, when many officers felt like they were on life support and had to be conservative on their decision making before a police chief or city mayor pulls the plug on them. Some stories are older but not less interesting. The book only includes six officers, all from small town America, making the argument that even in lesser known jurisdictions, criminals can still be a nuisance.

Governor Kristi Noem writes about a dog, talks about it, then hears about it

After a rough start to the rollout of "No Going Back: The Truth on What's Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward," 

Noem has continued in her media tour to defend shooting a dog, and to deflect on a false story mentioned in the early versions of the book about meeting with North Korea's Kim Jong-un. But aside from those controversies, the book offers an insight into the life of a self proclaimed tough rancher determined to make South Dakota great (again). If you're not a conservative, it's a guarantee you will disagree with the content of this book, which mentions her experience in both state and national politics as well as a borderline scam with a cow from Kenya. However, it is worth reading if you're an open-minded person, despite some of the since-deleted negative Amazon reviews from people who didn't bother to read it.

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BlueRed Ink: where the lights flash and the pages turn

Calling all public safety enthusiasts and bookworms alike! Buckle up because your favorite book review corner is undergoing a metamorphosis! I'm excited to announce the extension of BlueRed Ink to include book reviews on here. It will be a dynamic new platform dedicated to exploring the world of book narratives.

The name "BlueRed Ink," which I've been using only for the blog side, will extend to my Instagram page for my book reviews. The name embodies the collision of critical public safety roles. Just as the vibrant blue blends  seamlessly with the fiery red, I'll be delving into books that explore the diverse yet interconnected realms of public service. I decided to post my book reviews on this blog page instead of designing a whole new website, which I’ve done in the past with the former BlueRed Media name, and realized takes a lot of time to keep up with.

Separately, I'll also be starting a news curation page on Instagram as well with the name BlueRed News. Much later, depending on how things go with these two projects, I could add another curation page on Instagram, BlueRed Law, focused on curation from public safety sources. There won't be any blog or YouTube channel related to these projects.

My core mission remains unwavering: to provide insightful reviews and discussions on books that delve into the captivating world of public safety, particularly law enforcement. I'll continue to dissect investigative techniques, unpack the realities of the justice system, and offer unique perspectives on the challenges and triumphs faced by those who wear the badge.

But as I've done in the past, I'll continue to review releases from other areas of public safety. My purview encompasses the entire spectrum of public safety heroes. From the courageous firefighters who battle blazes to the invaluable dispatchers who coordinate emergencies, and the dedicated EMS personnel who provide life-saving care, BlueRed Ink aims to shine a light on the stories that celebrate their bravery and dedication.

Here's a twist: BlueRed Ink won’t just be about public safety books. Occasionally, I'll be venturing into the world of politics by reviewing books like memoirs or biographies of prominent figures. They will also start finding a place on my bookshelf. In fact, I just finished reading Kristi Noem's controversial new release "No Going Back."

So this blog web page will no longer just be about random posts about my law enforcement journey but will start hosting book reviews. I will scale back from other types of posts although I could occasionally talk about non-book matters if warranted.

BlueRed Ink promises an engaging journey through the written word. I'll be offering diverse perspectives, thought-provoking discussions, and of course, a treasure trove of book recommendations to fuel your next literary adventure.

I'm gearing up to launch a new version of a YouTube channel soon, and providing a dynamic platform to delve deeper into the stories that keep our communities safe. In the meantime, swing by my revamped Instagram page (formerly BlueRed Media) for exciting updates and bookish delights!