Five Takeaways on Tackling the Politics of Crime
Win the safety narrative and counter the GOP’s “tough-on-crime” playbook
February 25, 2026
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Crime is a kitchen table issue for American voters. Everyone wants to feel and be safe.

Under the guise of “crime control,” the Trump administration is conducting mass ICE raids and running roughshod over due process and the Constitution—all while cutting the programs and services that prevent crime in the first place and break its cycle.

The American public wants elected leaders to offer real solutions that are serious about safety, not empty tough-on-crime scare tactics.

Democrats have a unique opportunity to go on offense and build credibility on an issue that has historically been a liability for the party.

Click here for the five takeaways on how to do it.