AboutJeffrey-Peter Hauck Expertise I would welcome the opportunity to answer most questions relating to U.S. politics in general. As a graduate of the Law & Government Institute at Widener University School of Law my concentration of studies was in administrative law, the "headless fourth branch of government." I have a strong background in civics and teach in the political science and criminal justice departments at the college level.
Experience Adjunct professor of criminal justice and political science teaching the courses of "criminal law" and "constitutional law" among others. Decorated retired 15 year veteran police sergeant, twice promoted through the civil service commission. Served in the capacities of patrol officer, training officer, SWAT officer, first line patrol supervisor and administrative supervisor. Graduate of several criminal investigation schools and currently a licensed private detective. Holding over 50 certifications related to police training and instructing in disciplines such as "defensive tactics," "firearms," and "professional development." 8 year veteran of the United States Army. Rank of Staff-Sergeant (E-6). Held positions of Platoon Sergeant, Asst. Platoon Sergeant, Squad Leader, Fire Team Leader, Supply Sergeant, and Liaison NCO at staff officer level. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 11BPF7, Airborne Infantry NCO Soldier & Pathfinder. Cross trained into the field of supply (76Y) and administration (71L). Completed PLDC, BNCOC, and ANCOC leadership courses.
Organizations
ASIS International. Police Executive Research Forum (PERF). National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA). Academy of Security Educators and Trainers (ASET). American Society of Criminology (ASC). National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA). International Tae Kwon Do Union (ITU).
Publications Published Full length novel, “Ports And Happy Havens,” Co-authored with L.A. Broskey, Copyright. ISBN: 1-4208-1261-0. Full length novel, “The Awful Grace Of God,” Co-authored with L.A. Broskey, Copyright (publishing in progress). Review & Discussion of the case of: Burley v. Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. Published in the PA Administrative Law Journal. Spring 2003. Review & Discussion of the case of: LTV Steel Company, Inc. v. Workers' Compensation Appeal Board. Published in the PA Administrative Law Journal. Spring 2003. Review & Discussion of the case of: Rydzewski v. Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board. Published in the PA Administrative Law Journal. Summer 2002. “Handcuffing Techniques Manual For Loss Prevention Officers.” 2002. Copyright. “Model Emergency Response Team Policy and Member’s Manual.” 1999. Copyright. “Women’s Fundamental Self-Defense Manual.” 1998. Copyright.
Education/Credentials Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.), Widener University School of Law. Harrisburg, PA. Graduate of the Law and Government Institute of Widener University School of Law. Certification in Law & Government. Harrisburg, PA. B.A. Criminal Justice, DeSales University. Center Valley, PA. Certified Legal Assistant & Paralegal, Blackstone Career Institute, Emmaus, PA. Licensed Private Detective, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. Certified Special & General Law Enforcement Academy Educator/Trainer Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Training And Education Commission (MPOTEC). Certified Law Enforcement Trainer (CLET) Certification, American Society for Law Enforcement Training (ASLET), Frederick, MD. Municipal Police Officer Certificate of Training & Licensure (Act 120), Police Academy Training.
Awards and Honors United States Army Meritorious Service Medal. United States Army Commendation Medal, awarded twice. United States Army Achievement Medal, awarded four times. United States Army Good Conduct Medal. United States Army Expert Infantry Badge. United States Army Parachutist Badge. Government of Honduras Parachutist Badge. United States Army Air-Assault Badge. United States Army Pathfinder Badge. American Police Hall of Fame’s “Legion of Honor Award for Line of Duty Injury.” Venerable Order of The Knights of Michael The Archangel, “Knight Chevalier Award.” American Police Hall of Fame’s “Honor Award.” The John Edgar Hoover Memorial Gold Medal for Distinguished Public Service Award. American Police Hall of Fame “Long and Honorable Service Certificate.” American Federation of Police and Concerned Citizens’ “George Washington Second Amendment Gun Rights Award.” American Police Hall of Fame “President’s National Medal of Patriotism.” Widener University School of Law “Dean’s Honor List.” International Tae Kwon Do Union’s (ITU) World Wide Martial Arts Hall of Fame Award for “Assistant Instructor of the Year,” 2002. “Who’s Who Among American Law Students,” 22nd Edition, 2002 Recognition Award. World Karate Union Hall of Fame, “Instructor Of The Year For Police Control Tactics & Self-Defense,” 2004.
Question QUESTION: Is the CFTA a bad idea for the Columbian economy? If Uribe has done so much to help Columbia's economy, why would he push for an agreement that would ruin it. In turns of "dumping" wouldn't it be good in this case since a) The people of Columbia get cheaper goods and b) The US and Columbia don't have the same agriculture so Columbian farmers can still compete?
ANSWER: Tony,
Hard to say. The passage of NAFTA for example has failued to meet its stated objectives and even Hillary Clinton has become very critical of it.
This is what President Bush thinks of the CFTA:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – House Republican Leader John Boehner (R-OH) released the following statement after President Bush announced that he will send Congress the Colombia Free Trade Agreement April 8,2008:
“Passing the Colombia Free Trade Agreement will level the playing field for American workers, farmers, and businesses who are currently being denied fair access to an important and growing South American market. Our global competitors are already working to expand their exports to Colombia through trade agreements. As a result of the Andean Trade Promotion Agreement, which passed the House in February with no opposition, Colombian goods face virtually no trade barriers entering the United States, but American exports to Colombia still face steep tariffs. We need to give our farmers and business owners equal access to the Colombian market. Passing the Colombia Free Trade Agreement means more jobs for people here in the United States. It is a simple matter of fairness for American workers. I urge the Democratic Leadership to schedule a vote on the measure as soon as possible.”
In short, the bill hopes to open the Columbian market to U.S. goods in terms of tariffs, product limitations, and restrictions.
Where it will all end and how it will turn out only history will be able to tell us.
Turning on an abortive bill on a free trade agreement with Columbia, Bush blamed Democrats for their efforts to block it on Congress.
"It makes no sense to me to say that Columbian goods can come into our country duty free, yet our goods can't go into Columbia duty free," Bush said.
We'll see what happens when and if it passes.
Best of luck!
JP
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QUESTION: Thanks! That was helpful.
What I'm most concerned about is the effect on Columbia's economy, not the US. Will dumping have a negative effect on Columbian farmers. I heard a statistic that unemployment will rise 35% in Columbia if CFTA passes.
I also understand there were past CFTA's, were there negative effects on Columbia back then?
Answer Tony,
I am not sure about past agreements but opposition to CFTA as it is being proposed allege:
"The hidden costs of 'free' trade agreements like NAFTA and CAFTA took a tremendous toll on our country: 1 million jobs disappeared, countless communities collapsed, and workers' rights were exploited at home and abroad.
But now President George W. Bush and Secretary of Labor Elaine Chao want another free trade deal - this time with Colombia. The Colombian free trade agreement (FTA) fails to meaningfully address a severe Colombian crisis: union members there are regularly assassinated. This year, trade unionists are being murdered at the staggering rate of over one a week, meaning that this year could shape up to be even worst than the last."
Since 1991, at least 2,245 union members have been killed for supporting a union, including 18 deaths already in 2008. But as bad as America's workers have it, Colombia's aspiring union members literally put their lives on the line to have a voice at work. This is an unacceptable situation, and the United States should not engage in agreements with leaders who overlook serious issues like the assassination of union members."
Please read the proposal from the "Labor Rights and Freedom of Association" convention by Columbia's Unions describing the hostility labor unions receive from the Columbian Government at:
