It is probably also important for states and counties to simply create sanctuaries for 2nd Amendment rights and also where immigration laws are to be enforced and other such initiatives. Places like Ogdensburg and the Central Leatherstocking area of NY are just as incompatible with NYC as many parts of Texas or Virginia are.
The town of Republic, Washington declared itself a “Santcuary City” for the 2nd Amendment where the new anti-gun rules enacted by the state would not be enforced.
The town’s police chief, Loren Culp, ran for Governor. He lost. Upon his loss, he also was notified that the town no longer needed a police chief!
I thought the 2nd Amendment sanctuary had been voted on and was a city thing - not just a police thing. I’m not sure where they stand now.