Urban Crime and Political Strategies

This chapter examines the interconnected issues of gun violence and crime in urban settings, with a spotlight on Chicago and New York City. It delves into the influence of federal policies on local crime rates, the political maneuvering by local leaders responding to these challenges, and the implications for upcoming elections. The chapter also highlights the controversial deployment of the National Guard in New York's subway system and analyzes how external factors may shape the political landscape as candidates gear up for the mayoral race.