Brad Lander, the ultra-progressive city Comptroller, is pivoting towards public safety as he runs for mayor, proposing to increase police hiring to 35,000 and retaining NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch. This marks a stark shift from his previous support for defunding the police. However, he faces criticism for his past decisions that decriminalized certain offenses and for being perceived as lenient on antisemitism, particularly in the context of the recent Israel-Hamas conflict. Lander's history and affiliations may jeopardize his credibility on these issues as voters seek effective crime solutions.
Lander’s public safety plan includes hiring 35,000 police officers, a notable shift from his previous defund stance, highlighting a changing political landscape.
Despite Lander's claims of waking up to public safety challenges, his voting record reflects a history of supporting leniency on crimes like public urination and shoplifting.
Amidst rising antisemitism, Lander has been criticized for downplaying the issue by comparing it to the struggles of Palestinians, drawing ire from various communities.
Lander's alliances with figures like Linda Sarsour and support for actions against Israel raise questions about his commitment to combating hate crimes, especially antisemitism.
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