"As we prepare to hear from the mayor tomorrow in a critical moment, New Yorkers have to wonder which state of the city the mayor will report on, the one of a dire crisis where only he can save the city, or the one where he already has?
“The true state of our city is somewhere between these two extremes, and most of the actions I have seen from this administration will not move us forward from that position. These speeches often set lofty goals that are directly contradicted by policy that follows, creating false hope and expectations.
“The real issues our city faces are not new, and particularly on public safety, this administration has appeared more interested in the optics of surging police and blaming bail reform than in the real work of investing in community health and safety. If the plan is to make real, lasting, positive change, I hope to hear an honest assessment, and solutions that match the complexity of our challenges."
“This administration has a long way to go toward earning New Yorkers’ trust, and that work will take more than one speech. Trust will be essential as all of us in city government must collaborate to prevent the worst harm of the coming Trump years."
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