In a recent blog post, Rep. Jake Auchincloss emphasized that inconveniences like locked shampoo at CVS contribute to declining Democratic support. He linked public perceptions of safety, such as drug-related issues and quality-of-life violations, to broader political consequences for Democrats. Highlighting the need for local leaders, such as New York's Zohran Mamdani, to address these issues, Auchincloss proposed a combination of increased policing and community investment to improve public order and neighborhood safety. The call for action reflects rising concerns among residents in urban areas like Boston.
"I think every time a customer has to ask the CVS clerk to unlock the shampoo, Democrats get less popular," he wrote.
The solution, according to Auchincloss, is to pair heightened policing with new investments in creating walkable neighborhoods and an expansion of community health centers.
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