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French.china.org.cn | Updated on 04-11-2020-
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At this time, New York City is not planning large protests on election day, Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Tuesday during his speech live on 1010 WINS, a municipality-licensed radio station.
“The most important thing here is that the people have to participate in this election and then, of course, that the will of the people be respected. If anyone has any concerns, they have to protest calmly. which we must continue to insist, ”said the mayor.
“As you can imagine, our goal is that the elections take place in complete safety and that as many citizens as possible participate in them, because, as you know, this is an unprecedented election,” he said. added.
The mayor also stressed that the New York Police Department (NYPD) is ready and will monitor every step of the ballot.
“The vast majority of people participate and get involved clearly and safely, and that is what matters,” added the mayor.
On Monday, Mr. de Blasio said that many efforts are being made to keep the city safe on election day and beyond.
Last week, the New York City Police Force was heavily mobilized to patrol Election Day, and various crime prevention volunteer groups were deployed to prevent all forms of Election Day violence.
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