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Article: Proclamation 6523 - National Law Enforcement Training Week, 1993. (Transcript)
- Article from:
- Weekly Compilation of Presidential Documents
- Article date:
- January 11, 1993
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January 5, 1993
By the President of the United States of America
A Proclamation
The effectiveness of any Federal, State, or local law enforcement agency depends on knowledgeable, well-trained, and highly qualified personnel. Building such a force requires rigorous education and training, not only before an officer earns the badge, but also throughout his or her career.
Whether intervening in a violent domestic dispute, apprehending a suspected drug dealer, or assisting at the site of a traffic accident, law enforcement officers are often required to make split-second decisions that could mean the difference between life and death. Therefore, in ...