MANAGING EDITOR’S POINT OF VIEW

Who doesn't remember the iconic line, "You can't handle the truth," from the movie A Few Good Men (1992)? The line in the original script was, "You already have the truth." But actor Jack Nicholson improvised a little and in the process made movie history.

Even for those who are not conspiracy minded, on the heels of National Police Week tributes, feelings deep within must tell you that something isn't right with much of our current situation.

While others may attempt to defend their indefensible lies and false narratives, the journalistic prowess of our BLUE Magazine writers, who have their fingers on the pulse of the front lines, consistently hit the mark in advance of legacy media.

WE TRIED TO TELL YOU…

With honest, fair and uncannily prophetic articles we've published about topics in advance of many current events such as ahead of the verdict in the Michigan governor “kidnapping” case FBI: Pot Calling The Kettle Black (Sheriff David Clarke – first published online March 2022), before the Russian Ukraine invasion we ran Are we on the verge of WWIII? Peace and Global Security is Jeopardized (Special Agent Eric Caron – November 2021), and as far back as May of 2020 we published Uncertainty The Road Ahead (Daniel Del Valle, George Beck Ph.D., and Joel E. Gordon) questioning how long the goodwill toward policing would last during the COVID pandemic before we were once again vilified, to name a few… and the list goes on!

While some seek to control every aspect of our lives; what we read, write, say, what you're allowed to publish, or post on social media, the independent voice of law enforcement remains strong, decisive and on point with honest commentary based upon real world experience. How can we see into the future? By understanding and learning from the lessons of our past.

There’s no room for neutrality. We will stand up for what's right and tell policy makers what's what. That's the idea behind speaking truth to power, as we courageously confront authority; calling out injustices on our collective watch, and demanding change where necessary for the common good. Our voices remain powerful and our experience, professionalism and expertise will continue to withstand the test of time.

Not to be outdone, in this issue…

Don’t miss the article on the legendary Joseph Wambaugh by Lori Cooper. Human Nature and Basic Drives are explored by Lt. Joseph Pangaro, and our Cover Story interview of Florida Sheriff Grady Judd conducted by Blue Magazine’s Catherine Angel, is a must read as is this entire edition of Blue Magazine!

Stay safe and strong. Reach out and join us as we work together in our belief in truth and for justice for all.

Joel E. Gordon
Managing Editor