Manhattan’s Progressive DA on Navigating Public Backlash

With crime apparently on the rise, Manhattan's progressive district attorney is taking heat for some of his reformist policies.

An episode of the Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast podcast, hosted by WNYC Studios, titled "Manhattan’s Progressive DA on Navigating Public Backlash" was published on July 26, 2022 and runs 24 minutes.

July 26, 2022 ·24m · Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Summary

With crime apparently on the rise, Manhattan's progressive district attorney is taking heat for some of his reformist policies.

Episode Description

With crime apparently on the rise, Manhattan's progressive district attorney is taking heat for some of his reformist policies.

On Today's Show:
Alvin Bragg, Manhattan district attorney, talks about his approach to criminal justice, and how his positions have evolved in the face of current public sentiment about crime.