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As crime rates plummet nationally—a trend experts attribute to comprehensive safety investments—Republicans continue to bash Democrats for being "soft on crime." But voters see right through it. The political reign of "tough on crime" is coming to an end.

nytimes.com‘It’s Not an Issue’: Crime as a G.O.P. Line of Attack Loses TractionAcross the country, especially in the North Carolina Senate race, Republicans have charged opponents with being soft on crime, even as crime rates plummet.

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In North Carolina, Republicans have spent $18.5 million in ads attacking Democrat Roy Cooper over lawlessness and violence. But it’s falling flat — polls show Cooper consistently leading his Republican opponent, Michael Whatley.

9/10/26, 2:02 pm0 reposts0 likes

Vera Institute of Justice

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The takeaway for all candidates in this year’s midterms: stop wasting valuable campaign funds on unhelpful "tough on crime" rhetoric when poll after poll shows that a "serious about safety" message works better with voters.

vera.orgWhat Do We Mean by “Serious About Safety”?Vera works closely with government and civic leaders to urgently build and improve justice systems that ensure fairness, promote safety, and strengthen…