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The Hill
41 minutes ago
- Politics
- The Hill
Beware the Democrats' dangerous embrace of socialism
Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani's New York City mayoral primary victory is the Democrats' latest link to socialism. Such links are hardly new. Or rare. Over the last decade, Democrats' have gone from flirting to openly courting socialism. There was a time not long ago when Democrats avoided even being labeled 'liberals.' Being so branded meant being defeated in any national election. So, former Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis dutifully climbed into a tank and tried to drive away from the Massachusetts stereotype. No more. Both Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) backed Mamdani. Said Ocasio-Cortez: 'Assemblymember Mamdani has demonstrated a real ability on the ground to put together a coalition of working-class New Yorkers that is strongest to lead the pack…We need to get very real about that.' Very real, indeed. 'Che' chic' is all the rage in Demo-Land. Ocasio-Cortez's endorsement reminds that the acorn doesn't fall far from the tree. Describing her past with the Democratic Socialists of America, Ocasio-Cortez said it 'very much shaped my organizing strategy.' 'What initially drew me to [the Democratic Socialists of America] was the fact that they showed up everywhere that I showed up,' she added Don't let Mamdani and Ocasio-Cortez fool you. The Democrats' flirtation with socialism is hardly recent. It's been a 10-year affair. In the 2016 Democratic presidential primaries, Sanders, who has, for decades, walked on 'the path that I call democratic socialism,' took Hillary Clinton the distance. He was the energy; she was the establishment. The establishment won the battle — by stacking the deck with establishment super delegates — only to lose the war to Trump in November. And to Sanders's radicalism over the next four years. In 2018, the Squad was elected. Among these furthest left, four progressive women, Ocasio-Cortez was not the only democratic socialist; Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Mich.) was too. Tlaib said her membership in the Democratic Socialists of America, 'helps me have an organization and people to lean on. It's important to have that kind of partnership.' Though pushing on an open door, the Squad did anyway, helping drive House Democrats even further left. By 2020, virtually the Democrats' entire presidential field was running in the space Sanders had held alone in 2016. Instead of social distancing, they went for socialist proximity. Those who thought such closeness ill-advised heard the boos that rained down on former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper (D) in San Francisco in 2019 when he dared to tell the party faithful the truth: 'socialism is not the answer.' With each far-left candidate who dropped from the Democrats' overcrowded, left-dominated, 2020 field, they pulled the party's default pick, Joe Biden, further in their direction. Biden capped his nomination with obeisance: choosing Kamala Harris, whose own agenda four years later would reflect the Democratic Socialists of America's priorities, for running mate. Never popular with the Democrats' far-left wing, Biden had to continue ingratiating himself to them once in office. As his general popularity declined from following their extremist policies (according to Real Clear Politics' national average of job approval polls, falling from a +4.2 percentage point margin in 2021 to -15.7 percentage points in 2024), Biden became ever more dependent on the Democrats' far left; in return, the far left's demands became ever more insistent. One thing that democrat socialists were not insistent on was Biden's removal from atop the Democrats' 2024 ticket. Despite a growing chorus calling for Biden to step down, both Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders were notable for their silence. They were for the simple reason that they had gotten everything they could have asked for from the Biden administration. Now, following Trump's 2024 victory, who are the biggest draws among Democrats? It's the Ocasio-Cortez/Sanders ' Fighting Oligarchy' tour that draws the biggest crowds, biggest energy, and most gushing reviews among Democrats. The Democrats' move to the left is nothing new. In just over a generation the party has gone from having 25 percent liberal membership to 54 percent. However, their leftward move is much further than most Democrats want to publicly admit. Democrats' flirtation with socialism is not an emerging development. What's new is the Democrats' increasingly firm, and public, embrace. A 2020 poll found that over three-quarters of Democrats admitted their willingness to vote for a socialist as their party's presidential nominee. Never has the Democrats' attachment to socialism been more pronounced. Never has it been more dangerous. Unquestionably, this applies for America: The Democratic Socialists of America's website states 'we want to collectively own the key economic drivers that dominate our lives.' But it also applies for a Democratic Party that is becoming daily more radicalized and removed from mainstream American politics. J.T. Young is the author of the recent book, 'Unprecedented Assault: How Big Government Unleashed America's Socialist Left' from RealClear Publishing and has over three decades' experience working in Congress, the Department of Treasury, the Office of Management, and Budget, and representing a Fortune 20 company.


CNBC
42 minutes ago
- Business
- CNBC
Here's how wealthy New Yorkers could be impacted by Zohran Mamdani's policies
CNBC's Robert Frank joins 'Squawk on the Street' with the latest news on how wealthy New Yorkers are planning for a potential Mamdani administration, top concerns among business leaders, and more.
Yahoo
an hour ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Is it safe to travel to New York after city hit by flash flooding?
Following severe flash flooding on the East Coast, transport infrastructure in New York has been hit with travel disruption. New York City and New Jersey declared a state of emergency after heavy rainfall soaked the Northeast coast, grounding flights and flooding the subway system on Monday night (14 July). Footage taken from onboard a subway carriage showed torrents of water rushing into the platform at 28th Street Station as New York swam in floodwater amid heavy rainfall. Two women died in Plainfield, New Jersey, on Monday after being swept off the road by flash flooding and becoming trapped in their car. New York is a popular city break destination for UK tourists, and travellers with trips booked may be questioning the safety of their holidays. Here's the latest travel advice for New York, plus all the key questions and answers. Read more: Flash flooding hits NYC and New Jersey declares state of emergency A flood warning was in effect for all five boroughs of New York City and New Jersey as New Yorkers filmed subway stations filling up with water on Monday. By Tuesday morning, the subway system was fully operational for commuters; however, some roads remained closed across both states. The Foreign Office (FCDO) has not issued specific travel advice regarding the recent floods in New York as of Wednesday afternoon. General flooding travel advice from the FCDO states: 'Floods can be caused by heavy rainfall or as the result of a tropical cyclone or tsunami. Heavy rainfall and flooding can cause devastation and loss of life. It can also severely impact transport infrastructure.' On Monday, a flash flood warning was issued for all five boroughs of New York City, and New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy declared a state of emergency due to flash flooding and 'high levels of rainfall' in parts of the state. New York City 311, a non-emergency government service, said in a post on X: 'Thunderstorms are producing heavy rain. Flash flooding is already happening or expected to begin shortly. 'Flooding can be deadly and often strikes with little or no warning. Streets, basements, and below-grade spaces can fill with water in minutes.' It advised those who live in basement apartments or low-lying areas to 'be ready to move to higher ground'. 'Keep your Go Bag near the door and clear exit paths. Avoid flooded areas. Never walk or drive into water. Turn around, don't drown,' added New York City 311 on Tuesday (15 July). As of Wednesday, the National Weather Service for New York said the worst of the rainfall has passed, but issued a heat advisory for the area. It said on X: 'Expected hot & humid conditions have led to a Heat Advisory across most of the area today. Highs will be in the mid 80s to low 90s. With high humidity, heat indices will range from 95 to 102.' Following grounded flights on Monday, airlines departing and arriving at East Coast airports appear to be operating as scheduled. At least six major aviation hubs – including JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark – grounded flights, causing significant delays and travel disruption on Monday. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, Philadelphia International, Baltimore-Washington International Airport, and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport also paused some operations during the severe weather conditions. As the Foreign Office has not warned against non-essential travel to New York, there will be no special circumstances in place to be able to cancel a trip for a full refund. The conditions for cancelling your trip will be dependent on your holiday provider, so it's best to contact them if you're looking to postpone. There is no obligation for companies to refund bookings if you wish to cancel, and you will not be able to claim travel insurance due to safety concerns unless the FCDO advice changes. Some travel insurance policies include natural disaster cover for an event that prevents you from reaching your holiday destination. Speak to your insurer to see where you stand.


The Irish Sun
2 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Who is David Berkowitz, where is the Son of Sam serial killer now and what do we know about his victims?
A NEW Netflix documentary claims to offer new insights into the investigation and the enduring impact of David Berkowitz's infamous murder spree in bustling 1970s New York. One of America's most infamous serial killers, 2 Police mug shot of David Berkowitz, who killed six people and wounded seven Who is David Berkowitz and why was he called the Son of Sam? Gunman David Berkowitz carried out a killing spree that terrorised New Yorkers for 12 months, killing six and wounding seven, sparking the biggest manhunt in the city's history before he was finally arrested in 1977. Before being identified, the '.44 Caliber Killer' was also known as the 'Son of Sam' for the signature he left on letters at crime scenes and sent to media outlets. After a year-long reign of terror which left six dead and seven more wounded, cops were relieved to have brought down the gunman. After David Berkowitz was apprehended and put on trial, he claimed that his neighbour's dog, named Sam, was possessed by a demon and commanded him to kill. With Berkowitz behind bars, the Son of Sam case was closed — until a bizarre theory about a Satanic cult threw new light on the killings. Not everyone is convinced Berkowitz had acted alone, while some fear that others involved in the spree could still be out there. In 1993, Berkowitz gave a series of shocking TV interviews to Inside Edition in which he claimed that he had not acted alone during his 1970s bloodbath. Who were David Berkowitz's victims? Donna Lauria and Jody Valenti shooting (July 1976) The first shooting attributed to the Son of Sam occurred in the Pelham Bay area of the Bronx. Most read in The US Sun At about 1.10am on July 29, 1976, Donna Lauria, an emergency medical technician, 18, and her friend Jody Valenti, a nurse, 19, were sitting in Valenti's double-parked Oldsmobile, discussing their evening at Peachtree's, a New Rochelle disco. Lauria opened the car door to leave and noticed a man quickly approaching the car, he produced a pistol from the paper bag and aimed his weapon with both hands, and fired. Lauria was struck by one bullet that killed her instantly. Valenti was shot in her thigh and survived her injury. 2 Oliver Cooper playing David Berkowitz in Mindhunter Carl Denaro and Rosemary Keenan shooting (October 1976) Most of Berkowitz's activity was in Queens, though he lived farther north in Yonkers. On October 23, 1976, a similar shooting occurred in a secluded residential area of Flushing, Queens, next to Bowne Park. Carl Denaro, a Citibank security guard, 20, and Rosemary Keenan, a Queens College student, 18, were sitting in Keenan's parked car when the windows suddenly shattered. Keenan quickly started the car and sped away for help. The panicked couple did not realise that someone had been shooting at them, even though Denaro was bleeding from a bullet wound to his head. Keenan had only superficial injuries from the broken glass, but Denaro eventually needed a metal plate to replace a portion of his skull. Donna DeMasi and Joanne Lomino shooting (November 1976) High school student Donna DeMasi, 16, and Joanne Lomino, a student at Martin Van Buren High School, 18, walked home from a movie soon after midnight on November 27, 1976. They were chatting on the porch of Joanne's home in Floral Park, when a man dressed in military fatigues who seemed to be in his early 20s approached them and began to ask directions. He quickly produced a revolver and he shot each of the victims once and, as they fell to the ground injured, he fired several more times. DeMasi had been shot in the neck, but the wound was not life-threatening. Lomino was hit in the back and hospitalized in a serious condition. She was ultimately rendered paraplegic. Christine Freund and John Diel shooting (January 1977) At about 12.40am on January 30, 1977, Christine Freund, a secretary, 26, and her fiancé John Diel, a bartender, 30, were sitting in Diel's car near the Forest Hills LIRR station in Queens, preparing to drive to a dance hall after having seen the movie Rocky. Three gunshots penetrated the car and in a panic, Diel drove away for help. He suffered minor superficial injuries, but Freund was shot twice and died several hours later at the hospital. Virginia Voskerichian shooting (March 1977) At about 7.30pm on March 8, 1977, Columbia University student Virginia Voskerichian, 19, was walking home from school when she was confronted by an armed man. She lived about a block from where Christine Freund had been shot. In a desperate move to defend herself, Voskerichian lifted her textbooks between herself and her killer, but the makeshift shield was penetrated, the bullet striking her head and killing her. Alexander Esau and Valentina Suriani shooting (April 1977) At about 3am on April 17, 1977, Alexander Esau, a tow truck operator, 20, and Valentina Suriani, an aspiring actress and model, 18, were sitting in Suriani's car near her home in the Bronx, only a few blocks from the scene of the Lauria–Valenti shooting, when each was shot twice. Suriani died at the scene, and Esau died in the hospital several hours later without being able to describe his attacker. Sal Lupo and Judy Placido shooting (June 1977) On June 26, 1977, there was another shooting. Sal Lupo, a mechanic's helper, 20, and Judy Placido, a recent high school graduate, 17, had left the Elephas disco in Bayside, Queens, and were sitting in Sal's parked car at about 3am, when three gunshots blasted through the vehicle. Sal was wounded in the right forearm, while Judy was shot in the right temple, shoulder, and back of the neck, but both victims survived their injuries. Sal told police that the young couple had been discussing the Son of Sam case only moments before the shooting. Stacy Moskowitz and Robert Violante shooting (July 1977) Berkowitz's final killing happened in Brooklyn. Early on July 31, 1977, Stacy Moskowitz, a secretary, and Robert Violante, a clothing store salesman, both 20, were in Robert's car, which was parked under a streetlight near a city park in the neighbourhood of Bath Beach, on their first date. They were kissing when a man approached within three feet of the passenger side of Robert's car and fired four rounds into the car, striking both victims in the head before he escaped into the park. Robert lost his left eye but Stacy died from her injuries. Netflix drops trailer for harrowing new true crime doc The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness Where is David Berkowitz now? In 1978, Berkowitz was convicted of the murders of two men and four women, ranging in age from 18 to 25, and sentenced to six consecutive life sentences in prison, which he is still serving. How was David Berkowitz caught? Berkowitz grew up as a difficult child with occasional bouts of violence but his real troubles began after the death of his adoptive mother in 1967. His adoptive father remarried in 1971 and moved to Florida without him, forcing him to join the army. Claiming to be pushed to kill by demons, Berkowitz attempted to murder a woman in December 1975, but she survived with several stab wounds, beginning his year-long killing spree. He named himself Son of Sam, a reference to a demon he believed lived inside the black labrador owned by his neighbour, Sam Carr. David Berkowitz was caught when a young woman named Cacilia Davis unwittingly walked past his crime scene, and past Berkowitz himself in his car. Davis tipped off the police and the officer who had been ticketing cars in the area that night, including Berkowitz's. He was arrested on August 10, and in his car they found a rifle, a bag of ammunition, maps of the crime scene and further threatening letters. Then, the police uncovered the .44 gun. What did David Berkowitz say after being caught? During his arrest, Berkowitz said with a smile on his face: 'Well, you got me.' He confessed to all his crimes while in police custody, changing his story several times, claiming to be part of a cult and falsely confessing to the murder of a young woman in New York. In the new series, viewers are given an insight into his state of mind at the time. Ahead of one court appearance, Berkowitz told prison guards: 'I guess the press is waiting with their cameras … can you comb my hair?' About Netflix's The Son of Sam Tapes The three-part series delves into the mind and troubled past of Berkowitz, featuring newly unearthed audio interviews recorded with him by reporter Jack Jones in 1980 at Attica Correctional Facility in Wyoming County, New York. Alongside interviews with detectives, journalists, and survivors of Berkowitz's attacks, it claims to offer new insights into the investigation and the enduring impact of Berkowitz's crimes on the local community. The series is directed and produced by Emmy-winning and Academy Award-nominated director Joe Berlinger (Cold Case: Jon Benet Ramsey, Crime Scene: The Texas Killing Fields, and Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial). Berlinger told Netflix: 'With The Son of Sam Tapes, we delve into the world of David Berkowitz and his chilling influence on 1970s New York City. 'These rare tapes reveal unnerving insights into his psyche, shedding light on the intricate details of the case and the pervasive fear that gripped the city. Read more on the Irish Sun 'Through these tapes, we hope to not only revisit history, but to bring clarity and depth to a narrative that has long intrigued and unsettled the public.' The Son of Sam Tapes airs on Netflix on July 30.


Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Who is David Berkowitz, where is the Son of Sam serial killer now and what do we know about his victims?
A three-part Netflix series delves into impact of murder spree in New York STREETS OF TERROR Who is David Berkowitz, where is the Son of Sam serial killer now and what do we know about his victims? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A NEW Netflix documentary claims to offer new insights into the investigation and the enduring impact of David Berkowitz's infamous murder spree in bustling 1970s New York. One of America's most infamous serial killers, Berkowitz was known as the 'Son of Sam' before he was identified and arrested in 1977. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Police mug shot of David Berkowitz, who killed six people and wounded seven Who is David Berkowitz and why was he called the Son of Sam? Gunman David Berkowitz carried out a killing spree that terrorised New Yorkers for 12 months, killing six and wounding seven, sparking the biggest manhunt in the city's history before he was finally arrested in 1977. Before being identified, the '.44 Caliber Killer' was also known as the 'Son of Sam' for the signature he left on letters at crime scenes and sent to media outlets. After a year-long reign of terror which left six dead and seven more wounded, cops were relieved to have brought down the gunman. After David Berkowitz was apprehended and put on trial, he claimed that his neighbour's dog, named Sam, was possessed by a demon and commanded him to kill. With Berkowitz behind bars, the Son of Sam case was closed — until a bizarre theory about a Satanic cult threw new light on the killings. Not everyone is convinced Berkowitz had acted alone, while some fear that others involved in the spree could still be out there. In 1993, Berkowitz gave a series of shocking TV interviews to Inside Edition in which he claimed that he had not acted alone during his 1970s bloodbath. Who were David Berkowitz's victims? Donna Lauria and Jody Valenti shooting (July 1976) The first shooting attributed to the Son of Sam occurred in the Pelham Bay area of the Bronx. At about 1.10am on July 29, 1976, Donna Lauria, an emergency medical technician, 18, and her friend Jody Valenti, a nurse, 19, were sitting in Valenti's double-parked Oldsmobile, discussing their evening at Peachtree's, a New Rochelle disco. Lauria opened the car door to leave and noticed a man quickly approaching the car, he produced a pistol from the paper bag and aimed his weapon with both hands, and fired. Lauria was struck by one bullet that killed her instantly. Valenti was shot in her thigh and survived her injury. 2 Oliver Cooper playing David Berkowitz in Mindhunter Carl Denaro and Rosemary Keenan shooting (October 1976) Most of Berkowitz's activity was in Queens, though he lived farther north in Yonkers. On October 23, 1976, a similar shooting occurred in a secluded residential area of Flushing, Queens, next to Bowne Park. Carl Denaro, a Citibank security guard, 20, and Rosemary Keenan, a Queens College student, 18, were sitting in Keenan's parked car when the windows suddenly shattered. Keenan quickly started the car and sped away for help. The panicked couple did not realise that someone had been shooting at them, even though Denaro was bleeding from a bullet wound to his head. Keenan had only superficial injuries from the broken glass, but Denaro eventually needed a metal plate to replace a portion of his skull. Donna DeMasi and Joanne Lomino shooting (November 1976) High school student Donna DeMasi, 16, and Joanne Lomino, a student at Martin Van Buren High School, 18, walked home from a movie soon after midnight on November 27, 1976. They were chatting on the porch of Joanne's home in Floral Park, when a man dressed in military fatigues who seemed to be in his early 20s approached them and began to ask directions. He quickly produced a revolver and he shot each of the victims once and, as they fell to the ground injured, he fired several more times. DeMasi had been shot in the neck, but the wound was not life-threatening. Lomino was hit in the back and hospitalized in a serious condition. She was ultimately rendered paraplegic. Christine Freund and John Diel shooting (January 1977) At about 12.40am on January 30, 1977, Christine Freund, a secretary, 26, and her fiancé John Diel, a bartender, 30, were sitting in Diel's car near the Forest Hills LIRR station in Queens, preparing to drive to a dance hall after having seen the movie Rocky. Three gunshots penetrated the car and in a panic, Diel drove away for help. He suffered minor superficial injuries, but Freund was shot twice and died several hours later at the hospital. Virginia Voskerichian shooting (March 1977) At about 7.30pm on March 8, 1977, Columbia University student Virginia Voskerichian, 19, was walking home from school when she was confronted by an armed man. She lived about a block from where Christine Freund had been shot. In a desperate move to defend herself, Voskerichian lifted her textbooks between herself and her killer, but the makeshift shield was penetrated, the bullet striking her head and killing her. Alexander Esau and Valentina Suriani shooting (April 1977) At about 3am on April 17, 1977, Alexander Esau, a tow truck operator, 20, and Valentina Suriani, an aspiring actress and model, 18, were sitting in Suriani's car near her home in the Bronx, only a few blocks from the scene of the Lauria–Valenti shooting, when each was shot twice. Suriani died at the scene, and Esau died in the hospital several hours later without being able to describe his attacker. Sal Lupo and Judy Placido shooting (June 1977) On June 26, 1977, there was another shooting. Sal Lupo, a mechanic's helper, 20, and Judy Placido, a recent high school graduate, 17, had left the Elephas disco in Bayside, Queens, and were sitting in Sal's parked car at about 3am, when three gunshots blasted through the vehicle. Sal was wounded in the right forearm, while Judy was shot in the right temple, shoulder, and back of the neck, but both victims survived their injuries. Sal told police that the young couple had been discussing the Son of Sam case only moments before the shooting. Stacy Moskowitz and Robert Violante shooting (July 1977) Berkowitz's final killing happened in Brooklyn. Early on July 31, 1977, Stacy Moskowitz, a secretary, and Robert Violante, a clothing store salesman, both 20, were in Robert's car, which was parked under a streetlight near a city park in the neighbourhood of Bath Beach, on their first date. They were kissing when a man approached within three feet of the passenger side of Robert's car and fired four rounds into the car, striking both victims in the head before he escaped into the park. Robert lost his left eye but Stacy died from her injuries. Netflix drops trailer for harrowing new true crime doc The Sons of Sam: A Descent Into Darkness Where is David Berkowitz now? In 1978, Berkowitz was convicted of the murders of two men and four women, ranging in age from 18 to 25, and sentenced to six consecutive life sentences in prison, which he is still serving. How was David Berkowitz caught? Berkowitz grew up as a difficult child with occasional bouts of violence but his real troubles began after the death of his adoptive mother in 1967. His adoptive father remarried in 1971 and moved to Florida without him, forcing him to join the army. Claiming to be pushed to kill by demons, Berkowitz attempted to murder a woman in December 1975, but she survived with several stab wounds, beginning his year-long killing spree. He named himself Son of Sam, a reference to a demon he believed lived inside the black labrador owned by his neighbour, Sam Carr. David Berkowitz was caught when a young woman named Cacilia Davis unwittingly walked past his crime scene, and past Berkowitz himself in his car. Davis tipped off the police and the officer who had been ticketing cars in the area that night, including Berkowitz's. He was arrested on August 10, and in his car they found a rifle, a bag of ammunition, maps of the crime scene and further threatening letters. Then, the police uncovered the .44 gun. What did David Berkowitz say after being caught? During his arrest, Berkowitz said with a smile on his face: 'Well, you got me.' He confessed to all his crimes while in police custody, changing his story several times, claiming to be part of a cult and falsely confessing to the murder of a young woman in New York. In the new series, viewers are given an insight into his state of mind at the time. Ahead of one court appearance, Berkowitz told prison guards: 'I guess the press is waiting with their cameras … can you comb my hair?' About Netflix's The Son of Sam Tapes The three-part series delves into the mind and troubled past of Berkowitz, featuring newly unearthed audio interviews recorded with him by reporter Jack Jones in 1980 at Attica Correctional Facility in Wyoming County, New York. Alongside interviews with detectives, journalists, and survivors of Berkowitz's attacks, it claims to offer new insights into the investigation and the enduring impact of Berkowitz's crimes on the local community. The series is directed and produced by Emmy-winning and Academy Award-nominated director Joe Berlinger (Cold Case: Jon Benet Ramsey, Crime Scene: The Texas Killing Fields, and Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial). Berlinger told Netflix: 'With The Son of Sam Tapes, we delve into the world of David Berkowitz and his chilling influence on 1970s New York City. 'These rare tapes reveal unnerving insights into his psyche, shedding light on the intricate details of the case and the pervasive fear that gripped the city. 'Through these tapes, we hope to not only revisit history, but to bring clarity and depth to a narrative that has long intrigued and unsettled the public.' The Son of Sam Tapes airs on Netflix on July 30.