The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has taken to social media to reaffirm its commitment to transparency, stating that when it comes to sharing information with the public, the good, the bad, and the ugly are all included. “We are committed to releasing information—good, bad and ugly—to keep you informed,” the post reads from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
In the digital spoon that stirs the pot of public discourse, podcasts have become a significant ingredient. Sheriff T.K. Waters appeared on the Speak Easy Jax podcast, and discussed the importance of openness and accountability within the agency. Recognizing the power of a follow, the sheriff’s office also used their platform to encourage more citizens to engage online: “Thank you to everyone who’s already following us (and click the follow button if you haven’t already😉).” Hanging out with the podcast hosts, Sheriff Waters delved into what full transparency means for his agency. The interview promises to peel back the curtain on law enforcement’s internal workings, a move that, at its heart, is about fostering trust, as per the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.
Transparency within police departments has been a pressing issue nationwide, garnering attention and demand from citizens and activist groups alike. In step with these concerns, Jacksonville’s top cop is sending a clear signal: openness is not just policy but principle. The full episode with Sheriff Waters, which was broadcasted for an intimate glimpse into the mindset of the JSO, can be viewed on the Speak Easy Jax podcast page by anyone interested in the commitment to transparency shared by the sheriff’s team…