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For many workers, routines felt less predictable. The visible signs of enforcement altered how people planned their days and interacted with public spaces. Even as public safety metrics improved, some residents described a sense of constraint rather than relief.
As one commentator put it, safety is not only about reducing harm—it is also about preserving dignity. Washington’s calmer streets raised a lasting question that statistics alone cannot answer: can a city truly feel safe if a significant portion of its people feel watched rather than protected?
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