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An Inside Look at Law Enforcement, Part 1

33m · R4R: Conversations that Educate and Elevate · 15 Jan 16:00

In this interview with Colonel James Kirkwood, former Memphis police officer and pastor and the Executive Director of the Memphis Christian Pastors Network, you’ll hear unique insight on how we can reach true reform in communities by starting with the community (police, clergy, leaders and citizens) taking ownership of whatever problem is going on. 



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