Now, the departure of 70-year-old Jeffries seems 10 years too late.
Jeffries says Bratton has repeatedly expressed his belief that there is no compelling basis for the police department to change.
Jeffries has a new talking point in his effort to paint Baraka as anti-economic development.
Jeffries touts his law enforcement background as assistant attorney general.
Whether Newark chooses the moderate and measured Jeffries or the fiery and flamboyant Baraka, there is cause for optimism.
Hocker and Jeffries moved aside and carried on a whispered conversation.
Jeffries and the other man had rolled apart and perceived the state of affairs.
Mrs. Jeffries wept for gratitude when she saw your present; she desires all manner of thanks and good wishes.
Jeffries was quite satisfied to take the part assigned to him.
Jeffries, striking him between the legs like a miniature thunderbolt.