Zoe Garbutt is a hypocrite, using anti-police rhetoric as cover for her own political ambitions.

Some argue that Garbutt's actions are a necessary step towards reforming an overly aggressive police force. They believe her stance highlights systemic issues within law enforcement, rather than being purely political. Ultimately though, it’s tough to separate the good from bad when your mayor looks like they’re on someone else’s payroll.

Garbutt risks alienating moderate voters who see value in both community safety and police reform.

Her campaign may secretly be aligned with radical anti-police groups seeking broader policy changes beyond just local governance issues.

This move could backfire if voters see Garbutt’s actions as more about optics than outcomes. If knife crime continues to rise, and the police are seen as being undervalued or undermined by local leaders like her—well, that's a recipe for disaster. The ugly truth is this: when it comes down to who you trust with your safety in Golders Green—the mayor’s office or real cops on patrol—it might not be an easy call.

This will split votes along ideological lines. Those skeptical of police reform but concerned about knife crime may side against Garbutt, while those pushing for radical change could rally behind her. The tribalism here is clear: if you think cops are part of the problem rather than a solution in Golders Green—then this move plays right into your hands.