Staff Reports
The New York City Police Department is facing a new challenge as the City Council considers implementing a bill that would require officers to write reports after most civilian interactions. This bill, known as the “How Many Stops” bill, has received criticism from conservative voices who believe it will add unnecessary burdens on law enforcement.
In a letter to the editor published in The New York Post, Bob McManus argues that this bill is just another attempt by anti-police Democrats to hinder law enforcement. He accuses leftists of believing that the police are the problem in society and suggests that they want to reduce police involvement on the streets by keeping officers occupied with paperwork.
City Council’s harmful NYPD bill: Letters to the Editor — Dec. 16, 2023 https://t.co/P6UBt0eRKP pic.twitter.com/6Eef90LXyW
— NY Post Opinion (@NYPostOpinion) December 15, 2023
Retired NYPD lieutenant Tom Barry shares similar sentiments, warning that the bill would result in a significant loss of patrol time for officers. He empathizes with the men and women in blue and acknowledges that they will follow the law, but believes that ultimately, the people of New York City will suffer.
John Wilde brings attention to Public Advocate Jumaane Williams, the champion of this bill. Wilde highlights Williams’ past encounters with the police, including an arrest, to suggest that Williams has a personal vendetta against law enforcement. He accuses Williams of advocating against the NYPD in all aspects.
Joseph Comperchio points out that this bill will require officers to report every trivial interaction, adding to the already mounting paperwork that officers have to deal with. He argues that these restrictions are causing a decline in morale and may deter potential recruits from joining the force.
Overall, conservative voices in New York are against the “How Many Stops” bill, arguing that it will add unnecessary burdens on law enforcement officers and hinder their ability to keep the city safe. They believe that the City Council should focus on supporting the police force rather than implementing restrictive policies.
