Episode 5

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30th Sep 2020

Finding Transparent Accountability in Law Enforcement with Sheriff Michael Chitwood

As police chief of Daytona Beach, Mike Chitwood became the first police chief in Florida to require his officers to wear body cameras. First Amendment Foundation President, Pamela Marsh, sits down with Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood to talk about how the use of body cameras has increased officer accountability and improved the department's relationship with the community. Sheriff Chitwood weighs in on why Marsy's Law was not intended to protect law enforcement officers. Finally, we discuss the need for access to accurate COVID-19 data to protect Florida's first responders, students, and teachers.

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About the Podcast

Open Government in Florida
Getting the Facts & Protecting Your Voice
The President of the First Amendment Foundation speaks with winners in the battle for truth in government. Pamela Marsh interviews citizens, journalists, leading state advocates, and elected officials. Discussion centers around transparency in government, access to government records and participatory democracy in the Sunshine State. If you want to know how to get to the truth in Florida politics, this is the place to listen and learn.