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Brad Lander: “I think those reforms we can make on discovery that get the…”

Featuring: Brad Lander, Democratic | New York City Comptroller

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New York City Leadership Crisis: Brad Lander Discusses Mayor Eric Adams' Political Challenges

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Well, I think there's some things we can do to have more flexibility for involuntary hospitalization for people with serious mental illness and then get them connected to housing and stability. I think those reforms we can make on discovery that get the number of misdemeanors that are prosecuted back up. So, sure, there are changes that are made, but I think the most important thing is, is accountable leadership. And that's why I think Commissioner Tisch is doing a good job. (09:33–09:40)

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