New York City Mayor Adams Releases Unintentionally Hilarious Plan To Stop Out of Control Shoplifting
New York City Mayor Eric Adams‘ proposed measures to address shoplifting and crime in retail stores have faced ridicule from conservatives on social media.
During a recent local Fox 5 broadcast, the Democrat mayor outlined his plan, which included de-escalation training for retail employees and the installation of kiosks connecting potential thieves to social services.
Twitter users mocked the mayor’s approach, deeming it soft and unrealistic.
Some likened it to placing unruly children in a “time out corner,” highlighting the lack of severity.
Concerns were raised that the plan could further contribute to the city’s already well known dangers.
Conservative Twitter influencer @AGHamiltion29 shared a screenshot of the mayor’s proposal, expressing disdain and remarking, “These are not serious people.”
Other users echoed this sentiment, with some drawing parallels to the defund the police movement.
Skeptics pointed out the absence of meaningful punishment or deterrence in the plan.
Criticizing the inclusion of de-escalation training, one user sarcastically wrote, “The best one is ‘de-escalation training for employees.’ ‘Hey, you’re stealing our stuff.’ ‘F— off, get out of my way or I shiv your a**.’ ‘Hey, let’s talk this out.'”
Author Saul Montes-Bradley dismissed the plan’s efficacy, suggesting it promoted a passive response to crime.
Breitbart News columnist AWR Hawkins criticized the emphasis on leniency towards first-time offenders, stating that it amounted to facilitating shoplifting.
Some conservatives expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of the proposed kiosks, anticipating that they would be prime targets for theft.
The plan was further criticized as emblematic of the left’s approach to public safety, with opponents drawing connections to the policies supported by influential figures like George Soros.
In the midst of the social media backlash, reporter Jonas Campbell humorously questioned whether a “time-out corner” should also be implemented in stores.
Conservative commentator Ian Miles Cheong derided the leadership of New York City, characterizing them as “morons.”
The mayor’s crime plan has faced significant criticism from conservatives, who argue that it lacks the necessary measures to effectively address the problem of shoplifting and crime in the city.
