New York Is Still Top Target, Says Ray Kelly

The transcript features an interview with Ray Kelly, former NYPD Commissioner, discussing the department's transformation post-9/11. Initially, the NYPD faced technological challenges, but significant investments were made in technology and personnel. The department expanded its mission to include counterterrorism while continuing to address street crime. Kelly highlights the importance of preparing for cyber threats, which are seen as significant as physical attacks. He reflects on the lack of major attacks post-9/11 and notes that other cities have not matched New York's counterterrorism efforts.

What was one of the initial steps taken by the NYPD in 2002 to improve security?

• Hiring more local police officers

• Building more police precincts

• Investing in computerization and personnel

• Increasing the number of patrol cars

What was a key strategy used by the NYPD to gather intelligence on potential threats?

• Relying solely on local informants

• Assigning officers overseas

• Monitoring social media

• Increasing local patrols

How did the NYPD's mission change after 9/11?

• It focused solely on counterterrorism

• It abandoned local crime efforts

• It balanced counterterrorism with local crime reduction

• It reduced its workforce

What role did technology play in the NYPD's crime-fighting efforts post-9/11?

• It was not utilized

• It aided in both counterterrorism and crime reduction

• It replaced human officers

• It was only used for administrative tasks

What is a significant threat that the NYPD is preparing for in addition to physical attacks?

• Political protests

• Economic downturns

• Cyber attacks

• Natural disasters

What was a surprising outcome regarding terrorist attacks in New York post-9/11?

• There were numerous successful attacks

• There were no further major attacks

• The city was evacuated multiple times

• The NYPD was disbanded

How does New York's counterterrorism efforts compare to other cities?

• All cities have similar levels of preparedness

• New York has led in counterterrorism efforts

• Other cities have surpassed New York

• New York has not focused on counterterrorism