Citation:

Marcelo, Philip. “FACT FOCUS: NYC Crime Is Not Worst Ever, despite Claims.” AP News, AP News, 24 Aug. 2023, apnews.com/article/trump-bragg-new-york-manhattan-nypd-4c0cb6ef067b2e3f2358ec9542c900cd.

Summary: Crime in NYC has seen a massive spike. This is what many New Yorkers may say if they were asked to comment about NYC crime rates. Contrary to popular belief, statistics have actually proven otherwise. It has been shown that crime in NYC has actually decreased. However, there is still some truth to New Yorkers’ popular belief about NYC crime rates. Crime can be separated into two major parts, “Small / Petty” crimes and “Major / Serious” crimes. Statistics have shown that the “Petty” crimes have actually spiked in recent times. Compared to the “Major” crimes such as murders, rapes, robberies, and burglaries have actually decreased by quite a margin. 

Reflection: It is essential to always have some sort of data or proof in order to back up whatever statement or idea you are trying to suggest. For me personally, I have seen crimes come up recently, especially through news outlets which has created an environment in which viewers feel more unsafe. When news outlets start to give their opinions on certain situations they may influence the viewer. Whether or not what they say may be true it is always best to allow the viewer to see the data in the form of charts and graphs, and allow them to create their own view of the situation. 
Quotation: “In nearly all crime categories and in all of the states, New York City – with its population of 8.5 million sitting on a land mass of just 302 square miles – is safer,” he said during Monday’s congressional hearing. “And ironically, Manhattan has a lower crime rate than the rest of New York City.”