"I think people should serve a community, a city, a state, a country as far as they can. That creates a legacy for your family, your children."

Bernard Kerik (1955)
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About Bernard Kerik

Bernard Kerik is an American former law enforcement officer who served as the police commissioner of New York City. He was born in 1955 and rose through the ranks of the NYPD, becoming the first NYPD commissioner to rise from Cadet to Commissioner. Kerik played a significant role in the aftermath of the September 11 attacks, leading the department's response and recovery efforts. He later faced legal troubles and was convicted of tax fraud and false statements.

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