Happy 20th anniversary to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and his wife, Chirlane McCray. 9. Andrew Lloyd Webber will bring back Phantom of the Opera, penning King Charles IIIs coronation music, NYC sells nearly $225M worth of COVID supplies for meager $500K: report. We've received your submission. Its going to be actually, arguably, the most special, the most poignant, the most moving New Years Eve, de Blasio, who will push the button to start the crystals ball descent, told reporters. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio refused to allow New Yorkers to gather in Times Square to celebrate the New Year, as they've done every year since World War II, then he took the opportunity to dance in the empty city center with his wife. The Times further reported that according to McCray's public schedule, she had spent 19.5 hours in 2017 on work for the Mayor's Fund; however, her spokeswoman estimated that McCray spent 10% of her work schedule on Mayor's Fund business. Performers and several hundred first responders were also allowed in the area. The latest on Bill De Blasio. On June 15th, the Mayor disbanded the city's 600 member plainclothes anti-crime unit. Mayor Bill de Blasio was seen pushing the button to start the crystal ball's descent alongside his wife De Blasio then danced into the new year with his wife Chirlane McCray on a. [21], In November 2015, McCray led the launch of ThriveNYC, a plan to overhaul the city's mental health and substance abuse services. In that essay, McCray "frankly discussed her sexuality and expressed gratitude that she came to terms with her preference for women before marrying a man". ", His post was also hit with critical commentary, reading, "This is the year we get rid of De Blasio! "The View" co-host Meghan McCain tweeted: "You've always been basically the worst political in modern history - but shutting down the NYC but having your own private party in Times Square is really *chefs kiss* the most tone deaf thing I may have ever seen a Mayor do. The New York City mayor slow-danced with his wife Chirlane McCray after the crystal ball dropped at midnight. As a "Super-Covid" strain, which is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom, is making its way across the nation, many have chosen to celebrate New Year's Eve from the comfort of their homes. "Watching Mayor de Blasio do his victory lap dance after four years as the. "Watching Mayor de Blasio do his victory-lap dance after four years of the crappiest term as the mayor of New York!" exclaimed Cohen, as Cooper begged "don't go on a rant" and tried to reel. 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Happy #NewYear from the greatest city in the world. Bill de Blasio was first elected mayor and began his first term in 2014. New York CNN . 1.7K. 'I just don't need to see that at the beginning of 2021,' Cohen said, referring to de Blasio and his wife dancing. Bill de Blasio (/ d b l z i o /; born Warren Wilhelm Jr., May 8, 1961; later Warren de Blasio-Wilhelm) is an American politician who served as the 109th mayor of New York City from 2014 to 2021. [6][9] Essence later described the essay as "groundbreaking", asserting that it was "perhaps the first time a Black gay woman had spoken so openly and honestly about her sexuality in a Black magazine". And Mayor Bill de Blasio's excuse for it is beyond laughable. another Twitter user commented. What a clown of mayor. Frank Sinatra'sfamous song New York,New York played throughout an empty Times Square on Thursday night as de Blasio had one hand placed gently on his wife's back while they rocked back-and-forth. Cooper drank a shot, then started gagging, apparently disgustedby the taste. A spokesperson for de Blasio brushed off the insult to Fox News. [11], In 1991, McCray entered politics. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is running for a second term, is married to Chirlane McCray. Many took issue with the dance, which was posted by the mayors office on Twitter, calling it tone-deaf and a double standard. 'Do something with this city!' Cohen said as CNN's Anderson Cooper laughed. Follow him on Twitter at @joelpollak. One angry commenter wrote: "Shut down the city but have your own private party in Times Square. We showed our resolve and proved New York City will come back stronger than ever. comments sorted by Best Top New Controversial Q&A Add a Comment You how out of touch you have to be. ", Cohen then became visibly angry, extending his arms and yelling: "Do something with this city! from what I understand she is wearing a Panamanian Kuna face mask. We hope to challenge issues which have captured the publics imagination, from JFK and UFOs to 9/11. [35] The family lived in Park Slope, Brooklyn,[6][12] until their 2014 move into Gracie Mansion,[36] the official residence of the Mayor of New York City. Join the ranks of independent, free thinkers by supporting us today for as little as $1. Mayor de Blasio himself shared a photo of his NYE celebration and wrote to Twitter: "Happy New Year, New York City! Gavin Newsom loves bashing Texas; here's what Texas Republicans have to say about that, Presidential candidate Nikki Haley heckled by Trump supporters at CPAC: 'We love Trump! This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. The NYC tabloid spin: This is de Blasio's excuse for driving 12 miles to the gym. Performances for ABC's Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Evewere done by Jennifer Lopez, Billy Porter, Cyndi Lauper, Jimmie Allen, andMachine Gun Kelly. Proud Brooklynite. Meghan McCain, co-host of The View, has now joined in slamming the display, calling it tone deaf.. When you support The Post Millennial, you support freedom of the press at a time when it's under direct attack. He ran for mayor on a progressive platform. We are entering the final stages. Its Owner Says Cuomos COVID Restrictions Could Be Its Downfall). ", Another tweeted: "This is like if George Bush had danced on the rubble of the World Trade Center.". Shortly after midnight, after Adams was sworn in, his team drew a line in the sand on social. What this means: Please keep any "meta" discussion directed at specific users, mods, or r/conspiracy in general in this comment chain only. Just because it's a symbol used by pedos in some contexts doesn't mean everyone wearing a similar symbol is a pedo. De Blasio Dances With Wife In Times Square After Demanding New Yorkers Stay Out By Ryan Ledendecker Published January 1, 2021 at 10:12am Another day, another politician breaking their own rules and setting horrible examples for the American people. Her mother, Katharine Clarissa Eileen (ne Edwards), was an assembly worker at an electronics factory, and her father, Robert Hooper McCray, was an inventory clerk at a military base. Bill de Blasio. Former New York mayor and now congressional candidate Bill De Blasio marches in the Brooklyn Gay Pride parade on June 11, 2022, in the Park Slope neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Response on social media to de Blasio's massively tone deaf performance was swift and fierce, with many calling for his ouster. I want to know how in the heck did she get money? Fourteen city workers assisting McCray cost taxpayers $2 million a year most of it buried in the payrolls of various city agencies until former Post reporter Yoav Gonen pulled together the details for online paper The City. Demetrius Freeman for The New York Times By. [7] The purpose of the essay was to "dispel the myth that there are no gay black people". In 1991, I met the love of my life, married him. More On: eric adams Cost of Joe Biden's open borders: $200 billion, paid by you Where are the protests and calls for change when a cop is killed? [6][12] At the time, de Blasio was an aide to a deputy mayor and McCray was a speechwriter. Public Advocate Bill de Blasio, an all-but-officially announced mayoral hopeful, has prominently featured his wife Chirlane McCray in his campaign literature and on his web site. Sam Dorman is a reporter with Fox News. Just because they can isnt really a reason, if your not 3 years old at least. [8], McCray enrolled at Wellesley College in 1972. "That's how I felt when I saw Mayor de Blasio dancing just now," Cohen said. Headteacher sacked 'after sending parents a list of striking teachers' as school launches probe. [30][31], McCray published an essay in Essence in 1979 entitled "I Am a Lesbian". De Blasio and wife Chirlane McCray danced to Frank Sinatra's "New York, New York" as the camera pans to show the near empty square. [27] In a March 2019 article on ThriveNYC, The New York Times reported: "Public health officials credit the plan for drawing attention to mental health At the same time, some initiatives failed to get started, while others placed unrealistic demands on already strained mental health services". As New Yorkers sat on their couches, they were treated to scenes of their betters, masked, COVID-tested, and media approved, frolic and dance in the midtown square that in a regular year sees hundred of revelers gather in the cold to celebrate the New Year. You cannot come to Times Square. Bronx Councilman Ritchie Torres criticized ThriveNYC, stating that there was "no evidence its working". Another is a $143,000-a-year PR director whose job, by definition, is to boost her image, not to serve the public. ", Another tweeted: "This is like if George Bush had danced on the rubble of the World Trade Center.". Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. While studying there, she became a member of a black feminist organization known as the Combahee River Collective. Meanwhile, Andy Cohen, the co-host of CNNs New Years Eve Live show, also had some harsh words to say towards the NYC mayor. The NYC Mayor's Office tweeted a 21-second video of the couple's celebration in the early hours of January 1, 2021 prompting social media backlash. In our faces. "As a city, as a community, we have been through so much this year. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Prior to the ball-drop in NYC, President-elect Joe Biden and his wife, Dr Jill Biden, experienced a confetti popper mishap after urging Americans to get vaccinated against Covid. The mayor pushed the Waterford crystal button to prompt the NYE ball-drop and his dance moves as the United States rang in the new year under a shadow of Covid. He was first elected mayor in 2013, assuming office in 2014, and subsequently. He drives 11 miles almost every weekday to go to one particular gym in Brooklyn. 762 Following. Jonathan Turley is the Shapiro Professor of Public Interest Law at George Washington University. . Here's what you need to know about Bill de Blasio's family: 1. That is why de Blasio dancing in New York could prove the ultimate embodiment not of 2020 but of 2021. In addition to requiring proof of full vaccination with valid photo identification and being fully outdoors, attendees will also be required to wear masks. [00:03:39] You just told your local citizens, your presence to stay home while you go downtown. Love it from account called: bks_msvee428, Upon looking into her (chirlane mccray) shes also responsible for $850 mil gone missing? Were independent and cant be cancelled. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. De Blasio had closed off Times Square to the hundreds of thousands who typically gather in Times Square, Reuters reported: Mayor Bill de Blasio and police officials have told New Yorkers and out-of-towners alike to stay away and watch pared-down festivities on television. **The conspiracy subreddit is a thinking ground. Logic. De Blasio and his wife were both wearing masks as they danced on a stage in Manhattan's major commercial intersection. In 2021, were going to show people what it looks like to recover, to come back.. This work is about the needs of the people of this city especially in this crisis, de Blasio said this week, pointing to her running of his racial equity task force as well as (hes so shameless) the universally criticized ThriveNYC mental health debacle. ", A rep for de Blasio said the incident is, "not the first time Ive heard a drunk person complain about someones dance moves.". Btw any serfs caught on the streets after 10 pm were arrested ! another Twitter user commented. De Blasio posted video of this absurd hypocrisy on Twitter. New York mayor Bill de Blasio on Sunday announced that he would appoint First Lady Chirlane McCray as co-chair of a task force on coronavirus racial inequality. Against the backdrop of a mostly empty Times Square, de Blasio and his wife, Chirlane McCray, danced on stage together at the famous landmark. was supposed to go to a mental health project, im still trying to find where she got the mask, edit: to clarify, I dont think shes actually wearing the mask as a nod to panama. We flushed it down the toilet like the fecal mess that is was.". Another woman accused de Blasio on Twitter of Openly mocking the citizens of New York who are prohibited from being on Times Square whilst you dance in the space created by restricting the riffraff., And a third Twitter user said, Complete lack of self-awareness. Bill DeBlasio's wife all decked out in her Pedophile mask attire for New Years ! She and de Blasio would trade places as to who could be the worst of all time. "That's how I felt when I saw Mayor De Blasio dancing just now," Cohen said. The mayor pushed the Waterford crystal button to prompt the NYE ball-drop and his dance moves as the United States rang in the new year under a shadow of Covid. His recent book, RED NOVEMBER, tells the story of the 2020 Democratic presidential primary from a conservative perspective. @BilldeBlasio. January 2, 2021 2:15am Updated NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio Paul Martinka Mayor Bill de Blasio is still facing heat and not just from Andy Cohen for dancing with his wife early New. MAYOR Bill de Blasio has been slammed for dancing in deserted Times Square on New Year's Eve as Covid-ravaged New Yorkers continue to be locked down. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, The New York City mayor slow danced with his wife Chirlane McCray after the crystal ball dropped at midnight, Mayor de Blasio shared this photo of his NYE celebration to Twitter, Confetti flies through the air in New York City's Times Square after the ball-drop, Andy Cohen, the co-host of CNNs New Years Eve Live show, quickly ranted about Mayor de Blasio on live TV, De Blasio and his wife wore face masks to the annual event, Manhattan's major commercial intersection was filled with confetti after the annual ball-drop, The NYC mayor's beloved city was empty for the ball-drop, Cohen lifted his hands in the air as he criticized Mayor de Blasio, Frank Sinatra'sNew York,New York played throughout an empty Times Square on Thursday night as de Blasio danced with his wife, Andy Cohen yelled: 'Do something with this city! 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[22][23] ThriveNYC promotes a shift from a traditionally more reactive model, which can strain police, prisons, hospitals, and schools,[24] to an integrated public health approach focusing on awareness and early identification. Against the backdrop of a mostly empty Times Square, de Blasio and his wife, Chirlane McCray, danced on stage together at the famous landmark. The mayor became an easy target after his office tweeted a clip of de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray moving on a stage to Frank Sinatras New York, New York, after the ball dropped in the Crossroads of the World to ring in 2021. Honestly, get it together! Plain and simple. pic.twitter.com/6UDXSAxEqW, Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) January 1, 2021. And I know that was stupid. As of 11am on Friday morning, the video clip obtained more than 450,000 views and hundreds of disapproving comments. I was not expecting anyone to comment about the mask upon snooping so I found this strange. (he/him) Brooklyn, NY billdeblasio.com Joined January 2012. Time for some more parking problems in the Big Apple. Everyone hates you DeBlasio. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Kommonsentsjane - Andy Rooney and Pray if you Want. One is a $70,000-a-year videographer (paid via the Health Department!) ', Co-hosts Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper shared a drink together after the ball-drop, Before taking a drink, Cohen said: 'And 2020 is freakin' gone. Cohen roared into the camera shortly after CNN aired some footage of de Blasio dancing in Times Square with his wife, Chirlane McCray. "That's how I felt when I saw Mayor de Blasio dancing just now," he said, referencing a shot of the politician dancing with his wife, Chirlane McCray, and planting a smooch on her through their . De Blasio and his wife were both wearing masks as they danced on a stage in Manhattan's major commercial intersection. MAYOR Bill de Blasio has been slammed for dancing in deserted Times Square on New Year's Eve as Covid-ravaged New Yorkers continue to be locked down. In response to Cooper's freak-out, Cohen said: "Alright, alright Thats how I felt when I saw Mayor de Blasio dancing just now. One social media wrote to Twitter: "Makes me sick, please resign. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Ladies and gentlemen: Everybody should stay home this year. He and wife Chirlane McCray danced to Frank Sinatra's "New York, New York" as the camera pans to show the near empty square. Honestly, get it together! Bill de Blasio has worked in politics for a long time, but it wasn't until he married Chirlane that he started to achieve incredible success. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! We flushed it down the toilet like the fecal mess that is was', An empty Times Square is seen after the NYC ball-drop, Confetti falls in Times Square after the crystal ball dropped in New York City, NYPD police are seen in an empty Times Square before the NYC New Year's Eve celebration, Jaclyn Bernstein of New York stands in confetti after the Times Square New Year's Eve ball dropped early on Friday, Joe and Jill Biden's confetti popper fails to go off as they urge Americans to get Covid vaccine, city was empty for the ball-drop as millions were forced to celebrate at home, President-elect Joe Biden and his wife, Dr Jill Biden, experienced a confetti popper mishap. Times Square, which typically hosts tens of thousands of people on New Years eve to watch the ball drop, was quiet at the end of 2020. Why would a husband and wife even need to wear masks to dance together? "And 2020 is freakin' gone. ', Ted Cruz says 2024 Senate re-election will be 'firefight as Democrats come at him with everything they have, Maryland mayor facing child pornography charges was frequent donor to Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin. DeBlasio saw the leftists winds were blowing in an anti-cop direction and hurried to do what his radical wife and daughter had already wanted him to do! Bill De Blasio. Cohen then lifted his hands up, looked in the air, and raised his voice. "I just dont need to see that at the beginning of 2021.". Bill de Blasio, who campaigned on a progressive agenda that he said would narrow the widening gap between the rich and poor in the nation's largest city, was sworn in Wednesday . De Blasio and McCray had been on hand at the low-key celebration to initiate the traditional ball drop at midnight. [10] Some of her poetry is included in Home Girls: A Black Feminist Anthology. Respect other views and opinions, and keep an open mind. Subscribe 52K views 1 year ago Mayor DeBlasio after shutting down NYC for New Years Eve proceed to dance in the middle of Times Square. Getty Chirlane McCray is the First Lady of New York City. [13] She also worked as a speechwriter for the New York State Comptroller Carl McCall and for New York City Comptroller Bill Thompson. Also, Ladies and gentlemen: Bill de Blasio will be dancing in Times Square. pic.twitter.com/47CmOAanxD, NYC Mayor's Office (@NYCMayorsOffice) January 1, 2021. Prior to the ball-drop in NYC, President-elect Joe Biden and his wife, Dr Jill Biden, experienced a confetti popper mishap after urging Americans to get vaccinated against Covid. "And 2020 is freakin' gone. Follow. He served for two terms. His newest e-book is Neither Free nor Fair: The 2020 U.S. Presidential Election. If she is a pedophile, why would she want to tell the whole world she is? New York City's Times Square was an unusual sight to see as it was closed to the public leading up to the annual ball drop. All rights reserved. and "You have destroyed this city.". She worked as a speechwriter for New York City Mayor David Dinkins. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez ( / oksio krtz / ( listen); Spanish: [okasjo kotes]; born October 13, 1989), also known by her initials AOC, is an American politician and activist. Bill De Blasio (Warren Wilhelm) was dancing in Times Square last night while New Yorkers were quarantined. Above all else, we respect everyone's opinions and ALL religious beliefs and creeds. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio danced with his wife in Times Square before midnight on New Year's Eve while keeping the rest of New York out of the famed plaza for the first time history as he enforced coronavirus restrictions. And they voted him in. Man, there is so much information out there. Twice. Mayor Eric Adams lets fired anti-vax workers re-apply but with no back pay or job guarantee NYPD budget slasher Bill de Blasio doesn't blame moderates from ditching progressives in NYC Council Thanks a lot, Bill! Mayor de Blasio himself shared a photo of his NYE celebration and wrote to Twitter: "Happy New Year, New York City! NEW YORKMayor de Blasio today announced details for a scaled back Times Square New Year's Eve, with additional protections in place to ensure a safe celebration. As a "Super-Covid" strain, which is believed to have originated in the United Kingdom, is making its way across the nation, many have chosen to celebrate New Year's Eve from the comfort of their homes. Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content. Former Mayor of New York City. **, Press J to jump to the feed. Mayor Bill de Blasio has begun to tell people privately that he plans to run for governor of New York next year, according to three people with direct knowledge of his conversations with. who recorded the first lady baking cookies during the pandemic. Mayor Bill de Blasio is still facing heat and not just from Andy Cohen for dancing with his wife early New Years Day in Times Square after the public was barred from gathering there due to COVID-19 restrictions. In 2021, were going to show people what it looks like to recover, to come back., The Daily Caller | 1775 Eye Street NW | Suite 1150-290 | Washington, DC 20006, (RELATED:NYCs Oldest Restaurant Survived The American Revolution And A Bombing. "[34], McCray and de Blasio have a daughter, Chiara, and a son, Dante.