New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, who is running for a second term, is married to Chirlane McCray. Mayor Bill de Blasio doesn't plan to dip into his own pocket to pay any of the $300,000 in outstanding legal bills he owes from a corruption investigation saying Wednesday he'll rely on. 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? Oh, and her staff is twice the size it was in 2018, further evidence that the mayor is using city resources to set his wife up to win next years race for Brooklyn borough president. I was not expecting anyone to comment about the mask upon snooping so I found this strange. Cohen was witnessing de Blasio dance with his wife after the ball dropped to bring in the new year. Before denouncing the mayor, Cohen donning a bright red, hooded-jacket celebrated the close of 2020. Just because they can isnt really a reason, if your not 3 years old at least. I just dont need to see that in the beginning of 2021, Cohen said. pic.twitter.com/6UDXSAxEqW, Ian Miles Cheong (@stillgray) January 1, 2021. The mayor's beloved city was empty for the ball-drop as millions were forced to celebrate at home during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Love my beautiful family and my amazing city! [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. Bill De Blasio (Warren Wilhelm) was dancing in Times Square last night while New Yorkers were quarantined. Meghan McCain, co-host of The View, has now joined in slamming the display, calling it tone deaf.. 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. Thanks. Critics are laying into the Big Apple's leader for dancing on national televisionwhile the rest of the city was told to stay inside and socially distance during the coronavirus pandemic. One angry commenter wrote: "Shut down the city but have your own private party in Times Square. The need for fact-based journalism and thoughtful analysis has never been greater. Cohen, 52, denounced the mayor's midnight dance after having a drink with his co-host Anderson Cooper, who seemed agitated as he gagged after swallowing whatever he ingested. We are entering the final stages. Please let us know if you're having issues with commenting. In our faces. 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. Why would a husband and wife even need to wear masks to dance together? He drives 11 miles almost every weekday to go to one particular gym in Brooklyn. REVEALED: Two sisters who triggered lawsuit against NYC and will be awarded $21,500 EACH - after police 'kettled, beat and pepper sprayed' BLM protesters - are a doula and former Peace Corps . She and de Blasio would trade places as to who could be the worst of all time. 762 Following. 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. Bill De Blasio. Sioux Falls PD rookie cops attacked and arrested a young man during a live-stream because the young man FLIPPED them off. **Our intentions are aimed towards a fairer, more transparent world and a better future for everyone. She has served as the U.S. representative for New York's 14th congressional district since 2019, as a member of the Democratic Party. [8] McCray cites her early experience with racism and bullying as part of the reason she began to write, using her poetry as an outlet for her anger. "Watching Mayor de Blasio do his victory lap dance after four years of the cr**piest term as the mayor of New York," Cohen said. Lightfoot was slammed as being "tone-deaf" and irresponsible after a video of her dancing on the streets of Chicago went viral. 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. To find out what personal data we collect and how we use it, please visit our Privacy Policy, http://thepostmillennial.com/watch-mayor-de-blasio-dances-in-times-square-with-his-wife-after-shutting-down-annual-new-years-eve-party, WATCH: Mayor de Blasio dances in Times Square with his wife after shutting down annual New Year's Eve party, refused to allow New Yorkers to gather in Times Square to celebrate the New Year, MAGA MAGA MAGA! Bill de Blasio, the mayor of the most populated city in America, is not one to shy away from crowds and had joined the biggest Democratic presidential field in recent history. Fourteen city workers assisting McCray cost taxpayers $2 million a year most of it buried in the payrolls of various city. "I just dont need to see that at the beginning of 2021.". [8] During her husband's campaign for mayor of New York City in the 2013 election, she edited his speeches and helped interview candidates for staff positions. [30][31], McCray published an essay in Essence in 1979 entitled "I Am a Lesbian". Typically, it is packed with people doing the. One angry commenter wrote: "Shut down the city but have your own private party in Times Square. Bill de Blasio swept into the New York City mayor's office eight years ago promising a liberal remolding of the nation's largest city that would level deep inequities and reform police. "Watching Mayor de Blasio do his victory lap dance after four years of the crappiest term as the mayor of New York . Happy #NewYear from the greatest city in the world. I mean, come on, I'm not the brightest candle. This is just like the left seeing Pepe's and getting mad about it being a symbol of white supremacy. [8], When de Blasio became mayor, he hired publicist Rachel Noerdlinger to be McCray's chief of staff. [15] She worked for five years at Maimonides Medical Center. [29], In March 2018, McCray stated that she was "seriously considering" running for office in 2021 (the year that de Blasio's second and final term as New York City mayor ended). Above all else, we respect everyone's opinions and ALL religious beliefs and creeds. The First Lady has on the Panamanian Kunas mask! De Blasio was born "Warren Wilhelm" but legally changed his named to "Bill de Blasio" in 2001 for personal reasons having to do with his family relationships. Police officers barricaded the area in an attempt to prevent large crowds due to COVID-19 and only de Blasio plus a few invited guests, including some health care workers, were allowed. [6][32] Asked about her sexuality, McCray has stated that she hates "labels". 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Live performances took place throughout the night to celebrate New Year's Eve 2021. Bill de Blasio and his wife, Chirlane McCray, alongside soccer star Megan Rapinoe. ', 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. In response to Cooper's freak-out, Cohen said: "Alright, alright Thats how I felt when I saw Mayor de Blasio dancing just now. or redistributed. Don't know why you're being downvoted. https://t.co/ooHYcuiPCw, Ezra Levant (@ezralevant) January 1, 2021, "Stay at home, save lives" oh and you're not allowed to go to church. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. There is NOT A SINGLE trace of triangles in Kunas in an extensive search session. 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! Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. In addition to requiring proof of full vaccination with valid photo identification and being fully outdoors, attendees will also be required to wear masks. On CNN's coverage of the limited Times Square celebration, a very drunk Andy Cohen blasted de Blasio. [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". [28], ThriveNYC drew harsh criticism over allegations of mismanagement and accusations that it had failed to produce records of tangible results. Shortly after midnight, after Adams was sworn in, his team drew a line in the sand on social. At one point during CNNs broadcast of the event, guest host Andy Cohen joined in the general condemnation of De Blasio: LOL Andy Cohen was channeling the frustrations of every single New Yorker this year. Cohen then lifted his hands up, looked in the air, and raised his voice. 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. 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. Same for her $65,000 associate director of advance.. Honestly, get it together!". Everyone hates you DeBlasio. "That's how I felt when I saw Mayor De Blasio dancing just now," Cohen said. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. PoliticsBill de BlasioChirlane McCraycoronavirusCOVID-19HypocrisyNew York CityStay at HomeTimes Square. Former Mayor of New York City. [6][8], After graduating from college, McCray moved to New York City to work for Redbook. Cohen, 52, denounced the mayor's midnight dance after having a drink with his co-host Anderson Cooper, who seemed agitated as he gagged after swallowing whatever he ingested. Cohen roared into the camera shortly after CNN aired some footage of de Blasio dancing in Times Square with his wife, Chirlane McCray. [6][7][8] She wrote a column for her school newspaper in which she denounced classmates for their racism. [6][7] During a portion of her high school years, McCray was the only black student in her school. Thanks for contacting us. Plain and simple. [14], In 2004, McCray left Thompson's office to work in the private sector. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. [16] She also worked for Citigroup in its public relations department for six months before deciding it was "not a good fit". Unless you're De Blasio, then you can do anything you want. Against the backdrop of a mostly empty Times Square, de Blasio and his wife, Chirlane McCray, danced on stage together at the famous landmark. Yet many staffers plainly arent doing crisis work. Following the ringing of the New Year, De Blasio, a Democrat, danced with his wife, Chirlane McCray, on stage. New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio was accused again of COVID hypocrisy, this time for dancing with his wife in a nearly empty Times Square after warning residents against gathering there for the . the only thing that Democrats and Republicans can agree on is what a. On June 15th, the Mayor disbanded the city's 600 member plainclothes anti-crime unit. Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content. We flushed it down the toilet like the fecal mess that is was.". Even more remarkably, he posted video of this absurd hypocrisy on Twitter. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Typically, it is packed with people doing the same on New Year's Eve. 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. 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. What a clown of mayor. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Another sign of corruption: The mayor imposed a hiring freeze early this year but McCray still got to bring on a new $150,000-a-year senior adviser in April, who somehow got classified as an essential worker. Man, there is so much information out there. 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