I did NOT vote for @ZohranKMamdani and I strongly disagree with many of his positions on issues. But the attacks on his religion and not-so-subtle references to NYCās new āMuslim Mayorā are abhorrent and unAmerican. There should be NO ROOM FOR RACISM in our political discourse.
Itās time for @NYGovCuomo to mobilize @NationalGuardNY we cannot have nightly riots and violence on the streets of NYC. @NYCMayor is no longer capable of handling the situation. Things are spiraling out of control!
After a thorough review of our parking permit privileges @NYC_Buildings I have decided to rescind 34/86 parking placards issued to our agency (roughly 40%). Only emergency use & vehicles on official city business will keep them. These will be surrendered and returned to @NYC_DOT
I just woke up & NYC is still smoldering from civil unrest. @NYCMayor has lost control of the situation. Even some of his closest allies have abandoned ship. Itās time for @NYGovCuomo to step in & remove him from office. I will be calling for a vote of no confidence @NYCCouncil
Sobriety is a journey, not always a struggle. Today I am 9 months sober ā not a drop! Thank you to my friends and family who have supported me along the way š
I am disgusted by @NYCMayor and @NYGovCuomo unfairly targeting the religious Jewish community in NYC. Newsflash: #COVID does not discriminate. Every neighborhood needs testing, PPE and support. @TheJusticeDept needs to investigate the government's response to this crisis ASAP!
Itās time to allow indoor dining in NYC. @NYGovCuomo is a tyrant who is killing jobs and wrecking the restaurant industry. Long Island is thriving while the 5 boroughs is at the breaking point. And donāt even get me started about @NYCMayor ā two peas in a pod
Today's update on the numbers:
Of the 93,873 tests reported yesterday, 635 were positive (0.67% of total).
Total hospitalizations fell to 458.
Sadly, there were 7 COVID fatalities yesterday.
1 year ago today I gave up drinking. It was the best decision I ever made. My sobriety makes me a better person, parent and public servant. I know I couldnāt have done it without the prayers and support of my family and friends. Thank you all! #SaturdayMotivation
The COVID pandemic has affected people in different ways. I regret to say that I developed a drinking problem. What used to be mainly a social activity, and a way to cope with stress, has now become too frequent and self-destructive.
I am not a fan of @IlhanMN but I think people on both sides of the aisle should strongly condemn this blatant bigotry and Islamophobia. Threats of violence against anyone is never acceptable!
A New York man is in custody after having been arrested and charged with threatening to assault and murder Rep. Ilhan Omar because of her Muslim faith, according to a criminal complaint and accompanying affidavit. cnn.it/2Uny9yX
.@NYGovCuomo is killing off the already decimated restaurant industry in NYC. The city-wide blanket closure announced today is arbitrary, unnecessary and will cause irreparable harm to our economy. I hope the voters remember this when King Cuomo runs for a 4th term in 2022
Today is a significant milestone for me ā I am celebrating 90 days of sobriety. Not a drop for three straight months and I feel great! If I can do it, so can you! Itās never too late to take back your life. #soberlife
Best fucking opposition research in my 10+ years in elected office!
It took a while but someone finally uncovered the fact that I was raised a @Yankees fan! š³
Today I am celebrating another milestone ā 150 days sober. I thank the good Lord and my friends and family who have supported me throughout this journey. Itās never too late to change your life for the better. If I can do it, so can you. #MondayMotivation
I am pleased to announce that I have been appointed as a Senior Advisor @NYCMayorsOffice
I am truly grateful for the opportunity to serve in the @ericadamsfornyc Administration. I look forward to helping him implement his vision for a better New York
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Today is my 11 month sober anniversary š Thanks be to God šI am grateful and content. As I always tell others, itās never too late to turn your life around for the better. If I can do it, so can you! You are stronger than you think. And you are worth it š #wednesdaythought
My constituents want the beach open this summer. They will observe social distancing and follow the rules. @NYCMayor is living in La-La Land if he thinks they will stay off the sand and out of the water. If he tries, I will personally lead the protest to reopen Rockaway Beach
Around 5AM this morning I was taken to @JamaicaHospital after fainting in my apt. I tested negative for COVID but a CT scan revealed that I may have appendicitis. I will be here for overnight observation. Please say a prayer for me and the nurses and doctors here. Thank you!
I am deeply disturbed to hear and see what happened yesterday in Midtown. Our city has almost become numb to the rise of violence and antisemitism. We cannot ignore or tolerate the fact that Jews are being targeted, harassed and now violently attacked on the streets of NYC.
Today I am happy to share with you that I am six months sober. Up until now I've been counting days. Now its time to make the days count. It's never too late to turn your life around. If you have a drinking problem, consider @AlcholicsAnonAA#sobrietyaa.org/pages/en_US
I am ready to move on with my life so that I can be a better father, friend and public servant. I know this will not be easy for me and ask for your prayers and support. Thank you!
Today is an end of an era ā my last @NYCCouncil Stated Meeting. I dedicated 12+ years of my life to making our city a better place. Thank you to my constituents for giving me this great honor. Thank you to my colleagues for your help and friendship. I had a good run. Love -Eric
After talking about this with my family and friends, I have decided to finally quit and get sober. I am not embarrassed or ashamed in anyway to admit that I abused alcohol for far too long.
The close and cordial relationship between the late Justices Scalia and Ginsberg is proof that true friendships are built on the bonds of character, not shared ideology.
Congratulations to Public Advocate- Elect @JumaaneWilliams on winning a hard fought campaign. The people of our great city have put their trust and faith in you.
I am asking all New Yorkers to join me in rooting for your success!
considering the ridiculous cost to the taxpayers I believe @nyccharter and @NYCCouncil should change the law to allow @JumaaneWilliams to finish out the remainder of the term of office. The fact that the winner must run again this November is simply absurd!
I too have regrets about my unequivocal support for stop & frisk in 2013. I have admitted to @JumaaneWilliams and @NYCMayor on more than one occasion that they were right and I was wrong. @MikeBloomberg issued a powerful apology today and I would like to do the same. Iām sorry.
I donāt agree with @KalmanYeger on every issue but I believe in free speech ā even when itās unpopular or politically incorrect. He has a right to his opinion. @NYCCouncil is supposed to be a forum for debate and the exchange of ideas. This is getting out of hand!
When we defeat #coronavirus once and for all, I wholeheartedly believe we should honor NYC healthcare workers with a ticker-tape parade down the canyon of heroes @NYCHealthSystem
It is with a very heavy heart that I announce the passing of my budget Director and friend Matthew Pecorino. He passed away suddenly yesterday at the age of 40. Matt was a loyal, loving, and dedicated individual. He will be sorely missed @NYCCouncil
āPutting @NYCFirstLady in charge of the newly created task force on racial inclusion and equity is a great idea,ā -said No One Ever... By the way, what ever happened to all that money for ThriveNYC? @MentalHealthNYC
Itās no secret Iām not a fan of @BilldeBlasio or his progressive agenda but @SBANYPD President declaring war on @NYCMayor is really irresponsible and downright dangerous. we need to work together to build the bonds of trust and respect between @NYPDnews and community
How many Jews have to be attacked, harassed and assaulted on the streets of New York before people in positions of power / law enforcement wake up and take this threat seriously? Enough is enough already! No more tweets/press releases. The time for action is now! #Antisemitism
P.O. Rivera had his whole life ahead of him ā he was only 22. He was killed last night protecting our beloved city and gave the last full measure of devotion to that cause. We will never forget his valor and bravery. Let us honor him and keep his memory alive always #NeverForget
I wake up every morning thinking of my little girl. Sheās always the 1st thing on my mind. Being a good father is the most important job I have ā¤ļø
I have accepted an offer to join the Trump Administration. This was a difficult decision for me to make. The last 10 years on @NYCCouncil has been the most rewarding experience of my life. Thank you to my constituents for giving me to opportunity to represent them at City Hall
Tomorrow Iām voting for my good friend Councilman @JoeBorelliNYC for NYC Public Advocate. If youāre tired of the Mayor and his socialist agenda ā vote for Joe on the Republican or Conservative Party lines š³
Today I am calling on @DOEChancellor to change
@NYCSchools protocols for COVID-19 related closures. While we can all agree that the safety of our children and DOE staff is the highest priority ā no other businesses, offices, or facilities have such strict standards.
I never met my biological father growing up but I had plenty of positive male role models to look up to. Hereās to all the great Dads and surrogates who make a difference. Have a wonderful day!
The American people have spoken. Congratulations to President-elect @JoeBiden and Vice-President elect @KamalaHarris#Election2020 is over. Itās time to unite our country and allow for the peaceful transition of power.
With all due respect to my fellow candidates: I have been the only 1 criticizing Mayor de Blasio's presidential delusions. He is not qualified for the presidency, & he can't handle the rigors of his current job. As Public Advocate I will hold him accountable. #NYCVotes
Media reports of @NYPDnews selective enforcement targeting the religious Jewish community is very disturbing. Everyone in NYC needs to follow @CDCgov#COVID guidelines on social distancing. Issuing summonses to some and handing out masks to others is unfair and discriminatory
Two years ago today I made up my mind and quit drinking. I donāt miss it, not one bit. Trust me when I say, life is so much better when youāre sober. I did it for myself and for the people I love. It turned out to be the best decision I ever made. Thank you all for your support!
Iām not Jewish but I believe in religious freedom and the rights of parents to send their children to the school of their choosing. Itās never a good idea for the government to dictate the curriculum at a Yeshiva. Are catholic schools next? wsj.com/articles/new-york-st⦠via @WSJOpinion
A little snow + a lot of government incompetence = nightmare commute for New Yorkers.
@NYCMayor and @MTA dropped the ball on this one, BIG TIME!
Get the shovel ready folks... itās time to clean house! #Snowvember#nycsnow
I just had the honor to shake this manās hand ā 95 year old WWII Army Veteran John Cortese. He landed on Omaha Beach 75 years ago as part of the Normandy Invasion. God bless the greatest generation! Please join me in thanking this American hero for his service
If I did decide to run for Public Advocate I would make holding the @MTA accountable my top priority. Subway and bus service in this city has never been worse!
Let me be clear, I will vote against any deliberate attempt to de-fund @NYPDnews we simply cannot compromise public safety or put New Yorkers at greater risk @NYCCouncil@NYCMayor
So @NYCMayor announces support for the commuter tax on the outer boroughs on the same day as the #SpecialElection š
I am opposed to Congestion Pricing and as the next Public Advocate I will stand up for the forgotten middle class!
The most liberal democrat in the race for Public Advocate is @NomikiKonst hands down! The other so called progressives are closet capitalists compared to this left-wing nut
while the other candidates try to walk back their outspoken opposition to Amazon just remember which candidate was onboard since day 1. Accept No Imitations! @amazon
Iām term limited. Iām not running for President. I have no other motivation other than to admit my fault on this issue. People in public office often make mistakes and we should be allowed to make amends. Once again, I apologize
To be humble in victory and gracious in defeat displays a strength of character and a level of integrity. Congrats again to our next Public Advocate @JumaaneWilliams
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I regret to inform you that I am not the winner of tonightās Mega Millions Jackpot. And while I am obviously disappointed, I accept the numbers and wonāt challenge the results in court. To the millions of Americans who put their dollar on a dream, I say thank you and Godspeed!
Two great Mayors teamed up today to announce support for struggling students in NYC - @MikeBloomberg and @ericadamsfornyc wonāt let COVID stand in the way of giving our kids a good education @NYCMayor
Thank you all for your kind messages, well wishes, prayers, and words of encouragement. The doctors, nurses and medical professionals at Jamaica Hospital went above and beyond to get me back on my feet. I am being discharged now and look forward to resting at home.
Police Officer Wilbert Mora died as he lived ā a hero. My prayers are with his family, friends and the entire NYPD during this difficult time @NYCPBA@NYPDnews@NYPD32Pct
What a despicable / insensitive comment to make! The little boy hasnāt even been laid to rest yet and @mayawiley is already trying to capitalize on this tragedy.
A ten-year-old was shot and killed last night in The Rockaways. The NYPD couldnāt protect him, but they could march through a park in riot gear, terrorizing people to enforce an arbitrary curfew. We need change. Iāll be sharing my vision for change at 2pm today @ Broad & Wall St.
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Former Queens Council Member Eric Ulrich has joined Mayor Eric Adams' administration as a mayoral advisor, Adams announced ridgewoodpost.com/former-repā¦
Given the seriousness of the situation, itās time @NYCMayor closes @NYCSchools so parents have enough time to make other arrangements. We canāt put our children, teachers and administrators in harms way. Itās better to be safe than sorry! @UFT@FollowCSA#COVIDć¼19
TheĀ vilification of Christopher Columbus, often disguised as political correctness, is offensive to many Italian Americans.
To celebrate one cultural group does not mean that we have to denigrate another. We can do both. #ColumbusDay#IndigenousPeoplesDay