Blue View by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)

National Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)
Blue View by the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP)

Law enforcement officers have one of the toughest and most dangerous jobs in the United States. The brave men and women of law enforcement are charged with the enormous responsibility of keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe. As the Number One Voice for America's Law Enforcement Officers, the National Fraternal Order of Police sits down with law enforcement experts, elected officials, and other notable leaders to gain insight into the issues and current events surrounding the law enforcement community.

  1. 10/10/2024

    The Human Side of Policing: Faith, Resilience, and Wellness

    Law enforcement officers are ordinary people called to do extraordinary things at times. They are human beings who are not immune to experiencing a range of emotions that can come due to the nature of this profession. On this episode of the Blue View, National FOP President Patrick Yoes sits down with National FOP Chaplain Rick Snyder and Dr. Chris Holland to discuss how faith and resiliency can go hand-in-hand with a law enforcement officers overall wellness – especially at such a difficult and strenuous time for law enforcement. Dr. Chris Holland and Rick Snyder host the Remnant Revealed podcast to help officers and their families find Biblically based solutions to the challenges they face daily.

    33 min

  2. 09/10/2024

    Repeal The Steal with Representative Garret Graves

    Representatives Garret N. Graves (R-LA) and Abigail D. Spanberger (D-VA) are united in an effort to use a House procedure known as a discharge petition to force a vote on H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act.” A discharge petition is a legislative mechanism to move legislation directly to the floor provided the petition—an actual document–is physically signed by 218 Members of the House. Members can begin signing this petition on 10 September—one day after the House returns to session. Take Action: https://votervoice.net/FOP/home

    19 min

  3. 09/04/2024

    The Fight For Fairness with Representative Spanberger

    Equality and fairness are some of America’s most cherished ideals. In current Social Security law, over 2.5 million retired first responders, teachers, and other government employees are financially penalized by provisions of the law, the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset, that slash their benefits solely because they spent part of their careers in jobs that don’t pay into Social Security. On this episode of the Blue View Podcast, National FOP President Patrick Yoes sits down with Representative ‪@RepSpanberger, who currently represents Virginia’s 7th Congressional district. A former law enforcement officer herself, Representative Spanberger is the lead Democratic sponsor of H.R. 82, the “Social Security Fairness Act.” The Social Security Fairness Act, which is one of the most bipartisan and broadly supported pieces of legislation in the House, would fully repeal both the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO) in current Social Security law. The bill, which currently has over 320 cosponsors, is a top priority of the FOP. The House sponsors of the Social Security Fairness Act, Representative Spanberger as well as the lead Republican on the bill, Garret N. Graves (R-LA), are united in an effort to use a House procedure known as a discharge petition to force a vote on H.R. 82. A discharge petition is a legislative mechanism to move legislation directly to the floor provided the petition—an actual document—is physically signed by 218 Members of the House. Members can begin signing this petition on 10 September—one day after the House returns to session.

    38 min

  4. 08/28/2024

    The Future of Public Safety Communications with FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr

    The Federal Communications Commission is an independent Federal agency overseen by Congress that regulates interstate and international communications by radio, TV, wire, satellite, and cable throughout the United States. The five-member commission is responsible for implementing and enforcing communications law and regulation. Communications are vital to law enforcement—without reliable and interoperable communications systems, officer safety and the safety of the public is compromised. The Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau (PSHSB) within the FCC promotes the public’s access to reliable 911 and first responder communications. In fact, one the most important issues impacting the future of public safety communications is the need to authorize 4.9 GHz spectrum for use within the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN). On this episode of the Blue View Podcast, National President Patrick Yoes sits down with FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr, who began his career at the FCC as general counsel and as an aide to a former commissioner. In 2017 then-President Trump appointed him to be a Commissioner, as did President Biden. He’s been unanimously confirmed by the Senate three times. A champion for 5G technology, Commissioner Carr can be credited with leading modernization efforts for the FCC’s infrastructure, bolstering those in tower crew jobs, and expanding access to high-speed networks—with a particular interest in telehealth. He has been a reliable partner to law enforcement in general and the FOP in particular. We’re grateful to have him join us today to talk about the FCC’s work, the needs of law enforcement, and the future of public safety communications.

    28 min

  5. 08/05/2024

    From Tension to Trust: A High School Student's Mission to Unite Communities

    In recent years, tensions between law enforcement and certain segments of the community have escalated. There have been calls to defund the police and efforts to reimagine police interactions with the public. One local high school student experienced this tension up close. That inspired him to take action and speak out. Two years ago, Jasur Talipov launched the Trust The Badge Podcast to foster trust between the community and law enforcement. He has recorded around 20 episodes featuring conversations with current officers, politicians, and citizens. While he acknowledges the legitimate incidents that have cast police in a negative light, he believes that the positive aspects far outweigh the negative. On this episode of the Blue View Podcast, National President Patrick Yoes sits down with Jasur to discuss what inspired him to speak up in support of law enforcement and in an effort to bridge the divide.

    41 min

  6. 07/02/2024

    Inside the ATF: Director Steven Dettelbach on Fighting Crime and Protecting Communities

    On this episode of the Blue View, National President Patrick Yoes sits down with Steven Dettelbach, Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. Director Dettelbach has served as Director since 2022, and in over his 30 year career has been involved in investigating nearly every type of criminal organization. Before becoming Director, Steve served as U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Ohio, where he managed high level criminal litigations and complex civil cases. Throughout his career, Director Dettelbach has proven himself to be a purveyor of justice and a proud friend of the FOP. National President Yoes discusses with the Director the ongoing gun epidemic, and what can be done to manage and protect our communities from gun violence.

    5h 15m

  7. 05/29/2024

    Power In Numbers with IAFF General President Ed Kelly

    This past March, for the first time, the nation’s oldest and largest organization of law enforcement officers—the Fraternal Order of Police—joined forces with the nation’s oldest and largest union of professional firefighters—the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). Rank-and-file law enforcement officers and firefighters traveled together to our Nation’s capital to highlight the important issues facing our public safety organizations. They shared with Congress the challenges of public safety officers, including the right of public safety officers to collectively bargain, protecting due process for officers and firefighters, and repealing the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)! On this episode of the Blue View Podcast, National FOP President Patrick Yoes sits down with IAFF General President Ed Kelly to discuss the two organizations and their shared fight for fairness.

    30 min

  8. 05/08/2024

    National Peace Officers' Memorial Service 2024 with Glenda Lehmann and Matt Hagen

    We can measure time, but we cannot measure loss. On 15 May, we’ll gather on the West Front of the Capitol to honor our fallen Brothers and Sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The sacrifice of these fallen officers and their families will never be forgotten. On this episode of the Blue View, National President Patrick Yoes sits down with Glenda Lehmann, President of the National FOP Auxiliary Board. We’re also joined by Matt Hagen, who Chairs the Memorial Committee. Matt and the Memorial Committee are responsible for the planning, setup and execution of the National Peace Officers Memorial Service in Washington D.C.

    28 min
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Law enforcement officers have one of the toughest and most dangerous jobs in the United States. The brave men and women of law enforcement are charged with the enormous responsibility of keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe. As the Number One Voice for America's Law Enforcement Officers, the National Fraternal Order of Police sits down with law enforcement experts, elected officials, and other notable leaders to gain insight into the issues and current events surrounding the law enforcement community.

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