Democrat Alvin Bragg took over as the Manhattan District Attorney on Jan. 1 and soon introduced criminal policies that attracted criticism for being too soft on crime. A month into his office, Bragg is now backtracking on policies, presenting a tougher stance on crime. In his “Day One” memorandum issued after assuming the post, Bragg stated that the District Attorney’s office would no longer consider resisting arrest, fare evasion, and other nonviolent crimes for prosecution. In addition, prosecutors were asked to consider armed robbery carried out against commercial institutions as misdemeanor petty larceny provided there is no risk of physical harm. Bragg insisted that his newly revamped policies will make the region “safer.” The proposed rules were heavily criticized, with New York City police commissioner Keechant Sewell warning that the measures will invite violence against police officers. They will also damage the relationship between officers and members of the local …