In the latest development of law and order rhetoric from the conservative side, there’s been an interesting take on how to handle cities struggling with crime. It seems some believe that sending in the military might just be the miracle cure America’s cities need. The current focus is on Chicago, a city known for its crime issues and, according to some, an “incompetent” leader who hasn’t quite measured up. Apparently, many folks there are begging for intervention, and it’s said they’re waving red hats—maybe in homage to a certain Make America Great Again campaign. While this colorful gesture is up for debate, the need for safe streets is pretty clear.

Chicago isn’t the only city on this list. Attention is also being drawn to New York and Los Angeles, cities not exactly known for their conservative leadership. It seems the idea is to create a ripple effect of safety, restoring order and perhaps pivoting these urban areas away from their so-called radical leanings. Citizens are apparently in agreement, at least those who have had firsthand experiences with crime, such as those who have been previously mugged. The expectation is that once help arrives, even those critical of the conservative approach will change their tune, being grateful for an administration finally stepping up.

Here’s where it gets intriguing. The belief is that many people, despite working for what some call “stupid” and radical establishments, secretly crave the kind of intervention promoted by pragmatic conservatism. For some, this taps into the general frustration with what’s seen as ineffective governance. One might argue that mainstream media and certain political agendas pressure people into towing a particular line, even if they don’t genuinely subscribe to it. The suggestion here is that, deep down, these individuals yearn for the decisive leadership alluded to in this plan.

While the portrayal of beautiful African American ladies pleading for intervention draws attention for ambitious comments on diversity, critics may say it’s an oversimplification, a one-size-fits-all solution to a multi-layered problem. Crime is a complex issue influenced by socio-economic factors that can’t be fixed overnight by marching men in uniform through the streets. Yet, those in favor argue that at least it’s a start. It raises the question of whether current approaches are too soft and whether more hands-on methods will achieve what endless strategies haven’t.

Ultimately, whether or not this plan will be pursued remains to be seen. What’s certain is that there is a conversation brewing in America about how cities can be places where citizens feel safe. What is most important is that beyond the sarcasm and colorful declarations, there is a genuine search for solutions to restore peace and security. Whether the cavalry arrives in the form of military boots on the ground or more subtle changes in governance and policy remains to be seen. What the people want is change, and how to best achieve that is the ongoing debate.