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Subway crime starts at the turnstile — and Democrats fail the test

Last updated: June 18, 2025 5:33 pm
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New York City is facing a crisis of rising crime and financial instability, fueled by the leniency of pro-crime Democrats who refuse to address the city’s most prevalent criminal activity. The issue at hand is fare evasion, and all the Democratic candidates for mayor, including front-runners Andrew Cuomo and Zohrab Mamdani, are against increasing penalties for farebeaters.

Their soft-on-crime stance raises questions about their suitability for leadership in a city struggling with crime. By siding with criminals and left-wing ideologues who make excuses for criminal behavior, these politicians are neglecting the safety and well-being of law-abiding New Yorkers.

Former NYPD Commissioner Ray Kelly emphasizes the importance of cracking down on fare evasion as a means to keep dangerous criminals out of the subway system. Many offenders who evade fares have criminal records and are often wanted for other crimes. By enforcing fare evasion laws consistently, the city can prevent these individuals from accessing public transportation and preying on innocent riders.

Moreover, addressing fare evasion can also help fill the MTA’s empty coffers, potentially eliminating the need for congestion pricing. A significant number of subway and bus riders evade fares, leading to an annual revenue shortfall of $800 million for the MTA. Governor Kathy Hochul’s congestion-tax scheme aims to offset these losses but places a burden on law-abiding individuals who commute to Manhattan for work.

President Donald Trump has pointed out that cracking down on fare evasion would reduce the need for congestion pricing, as it would discourage individuals from evading fares and contribute to public transit revenue. However, the current approach to fare evasion enforcement is lacking, with arrests being infrequent and district attorneys failing to prosecute offenders.

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The Citizens Budget Commission and MTA officials have called for increased prosecution of fare dodgers to address safety concerns in the subway system. Unfortunately, Democratic leaders have been moving in the opposite direction, with some district attorneys choosing not to prosecute fare evasion cases.

Governor Hochul’s decision to eliminate the $100 civil fine for first-time fare dodgers sends the wrong message about the consequences of breaking the law. A proposed bill in the Legislature to remove criminal penalties for fare evasion is a concerning development that could further embolden criminals.

It is essential for voters to consider candidates who prioritize public safety and enforce laws against fare evasion. Mayor Eric Adams and Republican mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa have advocated for tougher enforcement measures to combat crime in the subway system.

Beyond the mayoral race, voters should seek out candidates at all levels of city government who prioritize public safety and law enforcement. Normalizing crime and tolerating lawlessness only serve to undermine the safety and well-being of all New Yorkers. It is crucial to elect leaders who are committed to cracking down on fare evasion and ensuring the safety of public transportation for all residents.

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