New York socialist lawmaker takes heat after saying shoplifting results from 'biological need'

Hey Left: Shoplifting Isn’t Need, It’s Just Plain Greed

Nicole Gelinas, New York Post The criminals responsible for a disproportionate percentage of New York City retail theft aren't driven by hunger (or by a desire for clean teeth). They are repeat...

Hey, Lefties: Shoplifting Isn't Need, It's Just Plain Greed

The criminals responsible for a disproportionate percentage of New York City retail theft aren't driven by hunger (or by a desire for clean teeth). They are repeat actors.

Socialist New York lawmaker gets absolutely TORCHED for claiming theft is caused by poverty

Gallagher claims that poor people are being incarcerated for stealing toothpaste and soap.

New York Socialist Lawmaker Claims That Poor People Have a 'Biological Need' to Steal

New York Socialist lawmaker claims poverty causes a 'biological need' to steal, sparking controversy.

Hey progressives: Shoplifting isn’t need, it’s just plain greed

The criminals responsible for a disproportionate percentage of New York City retail theft aren’t driven by hunger (or by a desire for clean teeth). They are repeat actors.

The Spectator P.M. Ep. 239: Socialist Emily Gallagher Justifies Stealing As ‘Crimes of Poverty’ – The American Spectator | USA News and Politics

“People who are stealing things like toothpaste … like soap … if you’re stealing those things you need them,” Democratic socialist Emily Gallagher stated. Gallagher is an assemblywoman and represents New York City’s District 50, and her comments about “crimes of poverty” were widely criticized online. (RELATED: From Socialist Bananas to a Woke Smithsonian)  If you’re stealing a car, it’s ok because you need a place to live. If you’re robbing a …