New York’s Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, who is fighting a heated election battle against Republican challenger Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-N.Y.), on Nov. 4 accused Zeldin of offering “platitudes” rather than real solutions to the crime crisis in the state, as the governor faces mounting criticism over her stance on the issue.
During an interview on “CNN This Morning,” host Don Lemon asked the governor: “I’ve been covering and living in New York for a long time. It’s surprising that the race is this close. Why is this race so close, Governor? Are you concerned?”
“The issue of crime has really been front and center for voters … Violent crime is up 7.8 percent in the state,” he added. “What are Democrats not getting about crime? Why are Republicans winning on this whole crime issue?” Lemon continued….