In our latest op-ed for the Daily News, Thrive LA Board Members Sam Yebri and Christy Vega argue that cutting LAPD funding amid rising crime and declining quality of life would endanger not just our ability to host global events like the World Cup and Olympics—but also the safety and wellbeing of the everyday Angelenos who call this city home.
They highlight that real reform requires fixing waste and inefficiency in city government, not gutting public safety. From the home invasion in Cheviot Hills to the struggles faced by small businesses, the consequences of under-policing are real. This piece is a must-read for anyone who wants to see Los Angeles thrive—not retreat.
For the PDF version of the op-ed, click here.