“I believe in a multifaceted approach to public safety involving short- and long-term solutions. I supported the increase in manpower provided by the federal grant. I also support utilizing technology to assist our resource allocation. CompStat is a step in the right direction. We should also build relationships with residents through a visible and interactive police presence in the neighborhoods and by supporting watch programs. These tactics can yield the valuable intelligence used to prevent or solve crime. Since crime is usually about money, the key to long-term reduction in crime is through educational and economic opportunity.”

Tulsa World 10/4/09

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There are articles and commentary about my speech yesterday, but its always best to read exactly what I said…check it out!

“…As a citizen, I fear we have forgotten our principles.  I fear we have disengaged.  I fear we have traded our passion for apathy, our conviction for indifference, and our fortitude for the false comfort of partisan fraternity.

But as a candidate I am here to lead us back from the edge of mediocrity.  I have a better approach, I have a better plan, and I am ready, willing, and able to lead us to a better future…”

Tulsa Press Club, September 30th, 2009

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Check out my interview on the Pat Campbell Show on 1170 KFAQ