Letters to the Editor: discussion on the potential removal of Alvin Bragg
The Matter at Hand: Governor Hochul’s Authority to Dismiss Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
Alvin Bragg, the Manhattan District Attorney, represents a vestige of the left-wing agenda that needs to be removed for New York City to participate in the revival the nation will experience under President-elect Donald Trump (“New Yorkers have had enough,” Dec. 11).
He misused his position as DA by dragging Trump into court on frivolous charges, attempting to disrupt his 2024 presidential campaign.
Bragg’s policies have compromised the safety of our streets and subways, and his decision to prosecute Penny should compel Governor Hochul to exercise her power to remove him from office.
Thomas Urban
Wantagh
In a fair society, Daniel Penny would be celebrated as a hero, not under the “progressive” DA Bragg.
Can New York City truly anticipate more from a DA who finds it necessary to pursue a case concerning a bribe paid to a porn star? Absolutely not!
Anthony Parks
Garden City
In 1996, Bronx District Attorney Rob Johnson was gearing up for a capital murder case involving the killing of an NYPD officer.
Johnson publicly declared his opposition to the death penalty and stated he wouldn’t seek it in the case.
Governor George Pataki acted quickly to remove Johnson, understanding that a prosecutor’s personal beliefs should not influence law enforcement.
Now, Bragg shamelessly employs racial factors as his basis for prosecution, allowing violent criminals to escape accountability while punishing good Samaritans.
Bragg has tarnished the reputation of what was once the nation’s leading prosecutor’s office.
John Fleming
Punta Gorda, Fla.
Don’t peek behind the curtain; the Wizard of Oz Bragg is effectively dismantling New York City.
While enjoying lunch in Broadway restaurants, Bragg travels under heavy protection.
Without his four-man NYPD security detail, Bragg would have to shoulder his actual duty—defending ordinary citizens, who are both taxpayers and voters.
Walt Stevens
Paramus, NJ
The Matter at Hand: The public’s reaction to Luigi Mangione’s arrest in the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO.
Senator Elizabeth Warren proclaimed, “People can only be pushed so far” (“Left’s distorted sense of justice,” Dec. 11).
While her statement deserves to be disregarded, she represents a profoundly liberal state, so her position remains secure. It’s disheartening to witness how far our nation has regressed.
Philip Vallone
Ossining
Luigi Mangione is no hero. He coldly shot an innocent man in the back.
The individuals applauding him are far more disturbed than he is. He must be charged with first-degree murder.
The merchants profiting from this senseless tragedy should not make any money off this crime.
Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, bore no responsibility for Mangione’s issues. He did not deserve the fate that befell him.
Gary Acerra
Staten Island
It’s a sad reflection on our society when young people celebrate a murderer.
These individuals appear utterly lost.
Kim Crosby
Darien, Conn.
Let’s remember this crucial fact—murder is a crime. Even The Clash recognized this back in 1982.
Without due process under the law, one can only imagine the repercussions for our country.
Noelle Albanese
New Rochelle
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