New York, US: As the Bronx grapples with a surge in gun violence, New York City’s mayoral contenders are racing to present concrete plans to stem the tide of shootings plaguing the borough. From bold policing initiatives to community-driven prevention programs, each candidate is staking out distinct approaches to one of the city’s most urgent crises.
A Shared Concern, Divergent Paths
All contenders agree that recent spikes in shootings in the Bronx—where weekly gunfire incidents have climbed by nearly 25 percent compared to last year—demand immediate action. But they diverge sharply on strategies…