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Similarly, in Cincinnati, the appointment of the first female police chief ended in controversy. The chief was placed on administrative leave amid questions of competence and ineffective response during a public incident, illustrating how leadership—regardless of gender—must be evaluated by performance, not just identity.
The Broader Implications: Progress or Illusion?
This pattern suggests a troubling narrative: promoting diversity and inclusion in high-stakes roles does not automatically equate to competence or security. The Paris heist highlights how superficial changes—like replacing armored display cases with more aesthetic ones—can undermine essential security principles, especially when driven by misguided social agendas.