Village Sun Interview with friend of man fatally struck by rogue cyclist while crossing w 22nd St-Chelsea.

 Mr. Feldman was a long time friend of Mr. Lee. They attended school together in Toronto. Stayed in close

contact. Mr. Feldman and his family lived in Germany. IOn addition to expressing deep sadness for the loss

of his good friend-who loved New York and never had any incident during his life in the city, Mr. Feldman

describes the differences between the 2 wheel culture in Germany and the "Wild West" environment of lawless

jeopardy in The Apple irresponsibly took the life of Mr. Lee. The question remains-Why isn't there and why wasn't there ever an effort to establish a responsible bike culture? The lawless approach conflated going green

with an every person for themself no holds barred attitude. The NYPD has been undermined. The backbone of

a responsible 2 wheeled culture is-as Mr. Feldman cites in his contrast with Germany-enforcement. Why was

enforcement been kept on a short leash by Mayor's Bloomberg and De Blasio? It remains to be seen if

former NYPD Captain and current Mayor Adams can address the public safety crisis and restore the respect

for law and order on the streets and sidewalks.*******************************************

 

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