Episode 998: Law Enforcement in Crisis — From Portland Streets to National Struggles w/ Oregon State Representative Jeff Helfrich
Description
Oregon State Representative Jeff Helfrich, a former police sergeant and U.S. Air Force veteran, brings a unique perspective to state leadership—drawing from decades of frontline experience in law enforcement and public service. In this episode, he reflects on the evolution of policing, the challenges of recruitment and retention, and what it will take to support the next generation of officers.
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Teaser
Intro
Jeff’s background
Taking care of yourself
The changing path to a career in law enforcement
Working in law enforcement in Portland, OR
The new school of policing
Feeling supported & recruitment issues
The impact of self-interest on law enforcement
The criminalization of drugs
The steady collapse of law and order
Higher salaries versus better working conditions
Recruitment versus retention
Setting officers up for success
Outro
United States
