Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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The Manhattan Institute’s Nicole Gelinas
breaks down New York’s post-pandemic crime surge and what the data actually say about bail reform versus simple pandemic chaos. She explains why the city’s rise in murders and disorder looks different from the national pattern and how weak supervision, dangerous subways, and repeat violent offenders all compounded the problem. Gelinas also assesses the competing theories embraced by Mayor-elect Mamdani and what the tension means for the next administration.

This interview is from a Full episode of The Gist Podcast, Hosted by Mike Pesca.
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