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Local communities, often overlooked by progressive activists, have begun to band together in response to the visible rise in crime. Residents have taken it upon themselves to communicate their safety concerns and have even rallied for additional resources from local law enforcement. The calls for assistance from state troopers underscore the local populace's growing frustration with a lack of support from officials who seem disconnected from their plights.
The sentiment among many residents echoes a desire for safety over political ideology. Activists’ rhetoric, which often aligns with the belief that strict law enforcement tactically discriminates against immigrants, has not resonated with those who are blighted by direct criminal impacts.