Mike Bloomberg Faces Backlash For Previous Support Of Stop-And-Frisk

The transcript discusses Michael Bloomberg's controversial support of the stop and frisk policy during his tenure as Mayor of New York City, which disproportionately targeted black and Latino men. Bloomberg has since expressed regret and apologized for the policy. The video also highlights the importance of race relations and criminal justice reform for black voters, and how Bloomberg's campaign has been affected by these issues. Despite criticism from Democratic rivals, Bloomberg's poll numbers have risen. His campaign has proposed a criminal justice reform plan aimed at ending mass incarceration and improving economic mobility for communities of color.

What was the primary criticism of the stop and frisk policy during Bloomberg's time as mayor?

• It was not supported by the police force.

• It was ineffective in reducing crime.

• It disproportionately targeted black and Latino young men.

• It was too costly for the city.

What did Bloomberg express regret about regarding the stop and frisk policy?

• Not implementing it sooner.

• Not consulting with other mayors.

• Not understanding the unintentional pain it caused.

• Not defending it strongly enough.

When was the stop and frisk practice ended by a federal judge?

• 2010

• 2011

• 2012

• 2013

Despite his past support of stop and frisk, what has happened to Bloomberg's poll numbers?

• They have decreased significantly.

• They have fluctuated without a clear trend.

• They have remained the same.

• They have risen nationally and among black voters.

What does Bloomberg's criminal justice reform proposal aim to achieve?

• Increase police funding.

• End mass incarceration and create restorative justice centers.

• Expand the stop and frisk policy.

• Focus solely on economic mobility.