NYC's Next Mayor: Lessons from Giuliani & Bloomberg

Former Mayors Rudy Giuliani and Michael Bloomberg transformed NYC into one of America's safest and best-managed cities. Giuliani's CompStat system improved police efficiency, while Bloomberg utilized data for better governance. However, recent mayoral administrations have been criticized for poor governance, unsound budgeting, and a lack of accountability.

Steven Malanga argues that NYC's next mayor should prioritize learning from the successes of Giuliani and Bloomberg, focusing on efficient budgeting and addressing quality-of-life issues.

Other Key Highlights

• Noncitizen Voting Bill: The New York State's highest court struck down the bill, highlighting the limitations of progressive initiatives that focus on appearances rather than realistic goals.

• FBI Changes: The FBI's shifting priorities to focus on international drug trafficking and the southern border are necessary adjustments to address contemporary threats, according to former special agent James A. Gagliano.

• Gen Z and Religion: Generation Z shows signs of a potential Christian revival, bucking the trend of declining religious affiliation.

• Literature and Evil: Darran Anderson argues that modern culture often overlooks the reality of evil, while Noir fiction serves as a reminder of its enduring presence in human experience.

• Keith McNally Memoir: Celebrated restaurateur Keith McNally's memoir offers a candid reflection on life, fatherhood, and the NYC restaurant scene.

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