Let me set the stage for the proposal I offer at the end of this commentary.

The President signed into law the Protecting and Securing Chemical Facilities from Terrorist Attacks Act of 2014 (“the CFATS Act of 2014”) on December 18, 2014.

Designed to Move is a call-to-action supported by a community of public, private, and civil sector organizations.

Designed to Move is a call-to-action supported by a community of public, private, and civil sector organizations dedicated to ending the growing epidemic of physical inactivity.

Designed to Move is a call-to-action supported by a community of public, private, and civil sector organizations dedicated to ending the growing epidemic of physical inactivity.

What can local government professionals do to address the racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities that often lead to violence in our communities?

The following points are crucial for discussions among local leaders, police, and the community to review prior to the outbreak of an incident.