Cindy Adams sits with retired officer Tom Smith discussing the eroding respect for law enforcement and the perceived failure of New York City's leadership to support the NYPD. Using a recent snowball attack on officers as a catalyst, Smith argues that a lack of firm consequences and "flippant" political rhetoric emboldens criminals while degrading officer morale. He specifically critiques the Police Commissioner's reliance on scripted responses and the Mayor’s history of anti-police sentiment, suggesting these factors contribute to a dangerous "tipping point" for the city's safety.
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