As the saga of rising crime rates continues to plague our cities, Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) has decided to take a stand. But, instead of addressing the root causes of crime in Boston’s high-crime areas, she’s chosen to point fingers at Walgreens for closing several stores, including one in the Roxbury area. Pressley, never one to shy away from playing the race card, accuses Walgreens of committing “life-threatening acts of racial and economic discrimination.” It’s the same old song and dance from the Squad member, blaming everyone but the perpetrators of crime for the consequences of their actions.
Walgreens, like any other business, has the right to protect its assets and employees from the rampant theft and violence plaguing these neighborhoods. Yet, Pressley demands that the corporation halt its divestment from “Black & brown communities,” as if it’s Walgreens’ responsibility to sustain operations in areas where crime makes it nearly impossible to turn a profit. Instead of calling for community input or transition resources, how about we demand that those committing the crimes stop their destructive behavior?
The absurdity of Pressley’s demands doesn’t stop there. She questions why there was no community input or notice given to customers, as if Walgreens owes an explanation for making business decisions driven by safety concerns. The real question we should be asking is why local authorities and leaders like Pressley aren’t doing more to address the crime that’s forcing these businesses to close in the first place.
It’s time for Pressley and her cohorts to stop deflecting blame and start focusing on real solutions to combat crime. Instead of shaming Walgreens, shame on you, Rep. Pressley, for perpetuating a narrative that ignores the core issues at hand. Your efforts would be better spent working to improve the safety and economic stability of these communities, rather than attacking corporations for protecting their employees and interests.
Corporations like Walgreens aren’t the villains here; they’re victims of a failed system that allows crime to flourish unchecked. The real shame lies with those who turn a blind eye to the suffering of law-abiding citizens caught in the crossfire of rampant crime. It’s high time we hold our leaders accountable for their role in perpetuating this cycle of violence and demand that they take action to ensure the safety and prosperity of all communities, regardless of race or economic status.
Author: Steven Sinclaire
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