The progressive (more properly termed Regressives)political machine is bent on making every city outside of Washington, DC just like Chicago and Detroit.
So, I would have to agree with your statement. The regressives want everyone to depend utterly upon the police to keep them safe even though that does not work.
Interestingly, our sheriff has announced that he is unable to protect all of us. He therefore recommends that we arm ourselves. We are so fortunate to have such a great sheriff!