Bill de Blasio actually said...

Everyone should know the most important fact right now is, we are convinced that New Yorkers are safe. We are convinced people should go about their normal routine. Terrorists want us to live in fear. We refuse to live in fear. And we at the same time will be watching.

Context

The New York Mayor reassured the public about their safety amidst the threat warnings.

09/24/2014

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