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Incidents of residents pouring water on NYPD officers in Brooklyn are used to illustrate a reported decline in police morale. A letter from a retired officer's spouse suggests that policies under Mayor Bill de Blasio have neutered the department, causing officers to internalize guilt and hesitate to defend themselves. The precinct involved is described as highly diverse, contrary to some media portrayals.
During his Late Show appearance, Jon Stewart argued that no single group "owns" America, patriotism, or Christianity. He criticized those who use "Blue Lives Matter" rhetoric but failed to support the 9-11 First Responders Bill reauthorization. While Stewart has been a long-time advocate for first responders, critics felt his focus on Sean Hannity distracted from his core message.
