Below is a common headline conveying the belief morale can be bought. This shows the degree of crisis in leadership within the profession of law enforcement:
https://www.police1.com/chiefs-sheriffs/articles/ga-chief-pitches-more-officers-better-pay-and-benefits-to-counter-low-morale-y9X8iOPaKI1mmvFa/
It takes authentic leadership to build high morale. Members at all levels need confidence and trust in their leaders. I once heard a great Catholic preacher say: ‘ One of the worst consequences of sin is the removal of leadership.’ A crisis of leadership soon leads to a crisis of craftsmanship.