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What’s “Self Esteem” Got to do with Probation?

I think our fixation on "self esteem" has affected the way probation officers approach the problem of crime and has even contributed to our lack of success. The primary job of sworn peace officers, including probation, is to keep the community safe.  Period.  Assisting offenders is secondary to that mission.  However, because we believe in [...]