Lori Connelly

Lori M. Connelly is a retired officer from a large police agency in the southwestern United States who now lives in the D.C. area.

Women in Law Enforcement

Your 'Officer' Persona Puts You In Charge

Once I put my uniform on, I am out to take care of business. I carry myself in a manner that says, "Don't mess with me. I am in charge. I am here to help."

January 26, 2010

A San Francisco police officer. Image via rubybgold (Flickr.com).

Women in Law Enforcement

I'm Thankful for Baseball Pioneers

I learned about a great new book that would make a great Christmas present for just about any female officer because of the stories inside of women making it on their own in a male-dominated world.

December 23, 2009

'Baseball Americana: Treasures from the Library of Congress,' by Susan Reyburn and Phil Michel.

Women in Law Enforcement

We Will Never Forget

I have never seen the events from 9/11 from this perspective before. It deepened my respect for all who served that day to help their fellow man.

September 11, 2009

Women in Law Enforcement

'Police Women of Broward County' Evokes Compassion

Officer Lori Connelly watched "I Hope Somebody Runs," the first episode of TLC's new reality show "Police Women of Broward County." Her response surprised her.

August 13, 2009

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Women's Wear

Gone are the days when a woman police officer was acting as a social worker with a badge, and they now fill as many roles as male police officers do. Many companies are adjusting what they manufacture and sell to specifically meet the needs of women police officers. This is after years of providing only unisex products and using a one size fits most business model.

July 22, 2009

Female officers need gear that allows them to climb fences and perform other demanding tasks.

Women in Law Enforcement

Gift of Gab

When you're a police officer, you don't need to have the best gift of gab. Just avoid making the stupidest comment on the street.

July 15, 2009

Chevy Tahoe: Large and In Charge

Contrary to some rumors, size does matter. This is just one of the many things the 2007 Chevy Tahoe has going for it. The Tahoe makes a strong impression. While test driving the PD-equipped model for this article, I had many people stop to take a long look and ask me questions about it.

April 30, 2007

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