The article critiques a proposed bill in New York that would bar police from conducting routine traffic stops for minor infractions like broken tail lights or expired tags, calling it a misguided effort under the guise of racial equity. Critics argue that such measures could worsen public safety by normalizing minor law violations, which can facilitate more serious crimes. State Sen. Brad Hoylman-Sigal's support for the bill is seen as self-serving, prioritizing political optics over the practical implications for community safety and law enforcement's ability to deter crime.
The pro-crime progressives in Albany seek to ban cops from traffic stops for minor infractions in the name of racial equity, which critics view as madness.
Enforcing minor violations prevents worse crimes, as letting small offenses slide leads to increased overall lawlessness and erodes public safety.
Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal supports the bill to posture as a defender of minorities while potentially jeopardizing public safety and police effectiveness.
Critics argue that the bill harms law-abiding citizens by undermining the enforcement of small laws that contribute to community safety.
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