America’s Most Dangerous Cities, and Their Parties

Original Post: https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/crime/fbi-data-reveals-america-s-35-most-dangerous-cities/ss-AA1jNRyN?ocid=hpmsn&cvid=cd65169a243242cb8a96532434e51f74&ei=61#image=3

MSN recently made a post titled, “FBI Data Reveals America’s 35 Most Dangerous Cities.” This made for an interesting opportunity to review the data by means of party affiliation, as often there is a debate on whether or not Democrat or Republican controlled cities are safer. Without commentary, below are the five most dangerous cities as noted by MSN, and their respective Mayors (accompanied by party affiliation).

1. Memphis, Tennessee.
   Mayor: Jim Strickland, Democrat

2. Detroit, Michigan.
Mayor: Mike Duggan, Democrat

3. Little Rock, Arkansas.
Mayor: Frank Scott Jr., Democrat

4. Pueblo, Colorado.
Mayor: Nick Gradisar, Democrat

5. Tacoma, Washington.
Mayor: Victoria Woodards, Democrat

For reference, the first city with a Republican Mayor came in on the list at #15, referencing Mayor Kevin Lincoln in Stockton, CA. Technically #10, Springfield, Missouri, does not have a Democrat as Mayor, but only because the office is officially non-partisan.