5/22/25

Breaking Down Buffalo’s Budget: Wyatt & Dr. Lawson on Cutting Police & Fire Overtime | Podcast 6

In this powerful episode of The Wyatt Way podcast, Rasheed Wyatt teams up with budget and data expert Dr. Schuyler Lawson to break down the numbers behind Wyatt’s bold proposal to cut excessive police and fire department overtime—without sacrificing public safety.

Tired of vague promises and political spin? This episode offers real data, real solutions, and a clear path forward for fixing Buffalo’s budget. If you’ve ever wondered where your tax dollars are really going, this is the episode to watch.

Topics Covered in This Episode:

• The Truth About Buffalo’s Budget Crisis

• How Police & Fire Overtime Impacts the City’s Financial Future

• Dr. Schuyler Lawson's Data-Driven Insights

• Why Responsible Leadership Starts with Fiscal Accountability

Learn more about Rasheed Wyatt’s plan for a better Buffalo and how YOU can be part of the solution:

www.wyattforbuffalomayor.com

www.wyattforbuffalo.com

For the People. For Real Change. ⸻

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