Interview: Mayor Ras Baraka on Newark’s Public Health Approach to Crime

8/6/2025: League President Doug Linkhart and Mayor Ras Baraka discussed Newark’s innovative approach to crime reduction—treating it as a public health challenge. By partnering with the community to analyze data, address root causes, and provide trauma-related services, Newark has achieved a long-term decline in crime that outpaces national trends. The interview offers valuable insights into how collaborative, data-driven strategies can strengthen community safety.