Gov. Hochul and state Attorney General Letitia James have announced a statewide initiative to oppose President-elect Trump’s policy agenda. However, some individuals believe that using taxpayer funds and state personnel to support this initiative amounts to treason and that Hochul is unqualified to govern. They criticize her for talking out of both sides of her mouth and question her ability to effectively lead New York. Some also believe that the focus of Hochul and James should be on fighting crime, illegal immigration, and human trafficking in the state.
Despite the criticism, some individuals support Hochul and James and believe that they are reading New York’s electorate correctly. They point out that three GOP congressmen lost seats, numerous Democratic state assemblymen were voted in, and Proposition 1 passed by 1.7 million votes, indicating a progressive shift in the state. These supporters feel that it is important for Hochul and James to combat Trump’s policies in New York and resist his administration’s agenda. However, there are concerns that if Trump initiates mass deportations, politicians like Hochul and James may enlist left-wing BLM-Antifa shock troops to counteract these actions.
Critics argue that while Hochul and James are focused on attacking Trump, the state is facing serious issues such as commerce and workforce exodus, rising crime rates, and fiscal chaos. They criticize the millions spent on legal battles against Trump, which they believe only worsen the state’s problems. New York is referred to as the “Ailing State” and the Big Apple as the “Rotten Apple” due to the perceived political ineptitude of leaders like Hochul and James. It is suggested that they are fiddling while New York collapses, similar to Nero during the fall of Rome.
Overall, there are varying opinions on Gov. Hochul’s plan to combat President-elect Trump’s policies in New York. Supporters believe that it is important to resist Trump’s agenda and align with the progressive values of the state, while critics question the motives and effectiveness of Hochul and James. There are concerns about the misuse of taxpayer funds and state personnel for this initiative and doubts about Hochul’s leadership abilities. As the state faces numerous challenges, including crime and fiscal issues, the focus on battling Trump may distract from addressing these pressing concerns. Ultimately, the debate over Gov. Hochul’s initiative highlights the political divisions and challenges facing New York state.
