
Knights Party Press Release: Feb. 5. 2020
Yesterday morning, Tuesday February 4th, in New York City, the largest police union declared a “public safety emergency” in the face of the spiraling crime figures. New York City Police Benevolent Association President, Patrick Lynch said, “It is now clear that we have a public safety emergency in New York City.” Lynch added, “New Yorkers need to reject Mayor Bill de Blasio’s easy excuses.” “Bail reform is not the only problem here.” “The double digit increases in shootings, robberies, burglary, and thefts are the result of failed leadership and a political culture that denigrates and devalues the work police officers […]