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David Paterson: “The crime statistics are down, but I think there is an…”

Featuring: David Paterson, Democratic | Former Governor of New York

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Former NY Gov. Paterson speaks after attack: 'What are all these kids doing?'

Published | Video Starts at 03:53

Fear that New York City in some way is out of control and that the mayor has lost control. What do you make of that concept? I mean, The crime statistics are down, but I think there is an elevated fear of walking around places. that you might have, you know, walking in places that you've walked before, but now you're afraid to do it. (03:53–04:11)

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Asserts that crime statistics in New York City are down, but fear of crime is elevated.

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