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g y q y the agency or used by those viewed as leaders. Thinking of the sheri�s mentioned previously, we are reminded of the old saying, “There’s a new sheri� in town,” but even with new administration, we may see very few changes occur in the policing organization and in the providing of services. Finally, leadership in criminal justice can be constrained by environmental factors (discussed in detail in Chapter 4) that weigh into these agencies. Union con‐ tracts, budgeting constraints, legislative decisions, court rulings, and a lack of community support may limit the amount of change a leader can accomplish inside a polic‐ ing or correctional institution. These factors may also de‐ termine the means used and ends accomplished, so there is little a leader can do to challenge the system. Consequently, the leaders may not be inspired or moti‐ vated to accomplish the goals of the organization, and they may end up doing little for those who look to them for guidance and encouragement. For example, in one county in Florida, the Sheri� is attempting to use social media to educate and raise awareness but often experi‐ ences negative responses from those viewing the posts. Recently, under a fourth of July �reworks educational video, community members posted numerous comments to include, “So, will this be the year that [the county] Deputies enforce the laws regarding illegal �reworks pur‐ chase and use, or just another year where Seniors, Pets, Special Needs Children, Veterans with PTSD, and folks

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