Daniel Bowles
personal trainer | Bridesburg
"No, someone from outside the department should get the job. There’s an issue with acceptance of diversity and lack of proper training in the Philadelphia Police Department. Given this history and track record, it’s better to go outside for the commissioner."
Bert Jones
concierge | Upper Darby
"Definitely promote from within. That person’s insider knowledge would be invaluable. Why waste the time and resources on a national search, when you have people who’ve been on the force for years with great leadership experience?"
Helen Oliver
human-resources manager | New Castle, Great Britain
"No, they should look elsewhere. I’m shocked by all the police violence and excessive force that takes place in this country. It makes news in Great Britain all the time. The Philadelphia Police Department should get someone with a clean slate and new perspective."
Ursula Rodriguez
homemaker | Chestnut Hill
"No, hire someone outside the department. The Philly police have many challenges. If they promote someone from within, they’re not going to make the changes that are needed. They’ll be too entrenched in the system. They won’t have enough independence."
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