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In today’s episode, Jon Gray and Jack Schonely are honored to welcome one of the most influential voices in American law enforcement retired Lieutenant Randy Sutton of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.

With a law enforcement career spanning more than 34 years, Randy’s impact has extended far beyond the streets of Princeton, New Jersey, and Las Vegas, Nevada.

He became a familiar face to many through his appearances on the TV show COPS, which opened the door to acting roles in both television and film, including a part in the iconic movie Casino.

Randy is also a prolific author, having written A Cop’s Life, True Blue, The Power of Legacy, and his most recent book, Rescuing 911: The Fight for America’s Safety. A respected and in-demand public speaker, he represented the law enforcement community at the Republican National Convention last year.

Perhaps Randy’s most enduring contribution is as the founder and chairman of the board of The Wounded Blue, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to supporting injured and disabled law enforcement officers through support, education, assistance, and legislative advocacy.

This is a powerful and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss. 

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