These conditions exist not as an act of God, but rather as an act of our political leaders, or more precisely, the lack of intelligent action by many of our political leaders.

We know that the first step towards solving a problem is having the strength, having the courage to recognize it, and we know that today, our New York City is in trouble.

The best way I can help now is if I step aside and let government get back to government.

In my mind, I’ve never crossed the line with anyone, but I didn’t realize the extent to which the line has been redrawn.

Did I make mistakes, sometimes painfully? Definitely.

Our city is in crisis. We need government to work. We need effective leadership.

I want New York to not only survive, but for New York to thrive.

Did I always do everything right in my years of government service? Of course not. Would I do some things differently knowing what I know now? Certainly.

make this state safe for everyone.

The committee attempts to argue that the New York advisory didn’t follow the CMS guidance.

I often vehemently disagreed with President Trump, because from day one he willfully deceived the American people.