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Public safety leaders are faced with particularly challenging issues today. Many of these issues are rooted in history written during the decade of the 1960s. Students will gain a greater understanding of and new insights into many contemporary issues by studying the past within a context rich in political science, justice, and professionalism concepts. Having a thorough understanding of the 1960s and its issues will enhance leadership abilities to better guide organizations through continuing struggles with racial equality, women's rights, war, counterculture, rebellion, loss of innocence, mistrust of authority, cultural change, misuse of government authority, and student activism. Students successfully completing this course will be able to immediately apply learned knowledge and skills in their current positions. Improved analytical and creativity skills gained through the course will assist them with future performance in higher leadership positions.