Quite true. But then again, he does get his directives from NYC's "public officials"..
What's interesting is the good Rabbi has more NYPD officers in Brooklyn because of his "threat" than anyone has seen in years - if ever. "Kelly's Cops" are protecting the Jewish communities, whether they want to or not.
Problem is, instead of looking for REAL terrorists, they're out patrolling the streets on the lookout for a 'Rabbi with a gun'.
While that may be true, all those cop cars are intimidating to would-be terrorists AND the common street-thug.
Obviously what would be preferable is a cooperative effort deveped between the good Rabbi and the NYPD. Doubt Commissioner "I'm in charge" Kelly would allow such a common-sense approach. But then again, this is really up to NYC citizens and what they'll demand. Locally, we often get the government we deserve IMHO.