Impact of Tough on Crime Policies in Various Cities

The chapter delves into the political impact of tough-on-crime policies in New York and San Diego, highlighting contrasting viewpoints on criminal justice and homelessness among politicians. It discusses the significant electoral consequences of these policies in the 2022 elections, with a focus on how they influenced shifting political dynamics and unexpected outcomes in blue districts. The chapter also touches on controversial legislation and policies targeting crime, organized retail theft, and police powers in different cities.