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Opinion: Michael Bloomberg and the Universal Retainer
Tue, Jan 27 | from New York Observer
Howard Wolfson: Another distinguished Schumer alumnus, his Democratic credentials are impeccable: Hillary Clinton, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, New York’s Democratic Party. Basil Smikle: Just a few months ago, this former Hillary Clinton aide was working fo...
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Weekend in Review: Schumer Shows Off Federal Aid, Bloomberg Warns of 'Riots' Over Schools
Here's what was cut out of the stimulus bill in the Senate to win the votes of a couple of Republicans. Even the pared-down bill is good to New York. On his radio show, Michael Bloomberg said there will be "'riots in the streets" if mayoral control of schools isn't renewed.
Sun, Feb 8 | from New York Observer
Opinion: A Rainy-Day State of the City
The hallmark of why Michael Bloomberg was a great mayor was that he put the city back in good fiscal condition," Mercurio said. Under Bloomberg, he went on, "we were going to be able to weather rainy days. Well, did he actually pull it off? Did he really put the city in a good fiscal position?"
Wed, Jan 14 | from New York Observer
Weekend in Review: Richardson Steps Out, Bloomberg Goes to Israel, Maloney Heads Upstate
Gary Ackerman, Ray Kelly and Michael Bloomberg are in Israel today, back tomorrow. Michael Daly defends Caroline Kennedy's eloquence. The Post helpfully draws attention to famous New Yorkers who owe back taxes. Bon Jovi is headlining Hillary Clinton's farewell fund-raiser.
Sun, Jan 4 | from New York Observer
Opinion: City Looks To Bolster Media Industry
“Now it costs a $1.50, and it’s about an inch-and-a-half narrower,” Mr. Bloomberg said of a daily copy of The Times. “I think you must have misunderstood—in this economy I’ve asked New Yorkers to do more with less, not charge more for less.”
Tue, Nov 4 | from New York Observer
Opinion: With term extension OKd, Bloomberg seeks to mend fences
BY MICHAEL FRAZIER | michael.frazier@newsday.com Mayor Michael Bloomberg said Friday he realizes he has to mend some busted fences after his contentious ... NY allows Bloomberg new mayor bid BBC News Bloomberg Book Is Postponed New York Times
Sat, Oct 25 | from Newsday
The Transom Week In Review: Michael Bloomberg, Kelly Killoren Bensimon, and Anne Slowey
We learned that Michael Bloomberg and Vera Wang are intimidating enough without costumes. Kelly Killoren Bensimon is not a housewife, she just plays one on TV. Susan Sarandon voiced her fears about the impending Bloomberg dictatorship.
Fri, Oct 24 | from New York Observer
Opinion: ‘Mr. Big’ in the Big City
By Fred Siegel For the past year, New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg has been on a perpetual campaign for higher office. He’s toured the country and run ... NYC Mayor Bloomberg Wins Right to Run for Third Term Voice of America BBC News - New York Times
Fri, Oct 24 | from National Review Online
Opinion: A Nod for Bloomberg, Klein, Booker, Sharpton in McCain Urban League Speech
In a speech on education he's delivering to the National Urban League this morning, John McCain cites a few examples of programs he thinks work, drawing particular attention to Michael Bloomberg and Joel Klein's work in New York City public schools:
Fri, Aug 1 | from Observer.com
Opinion: Teacher Tenure Tumbles
Mayor Michael Bloomberg has been on a campaign to make sure that the granting of tenure in New York City’s public schools is not the pedagogical equivalent of social promotion—something conferred simply for showing up. His efforts appear to be producing results: The number of teachers d...
Tue, Jul 22 | from Observer.com
