Congressman Anthony Weiner Endorses Thompson
Posted By: Bill Thompson Team on 06-02-09
The campaign continues to gain momentum, with Congressman Weiner endorsing Bill Thompson on Sunday. Here's what the Congressman said in an email to New Yorkers:
We're thankful for the Congressman's support, as he joins a growing list of New York City leaders and influential Democrats to unite behind Bill Thompson for Mayor.This past weekend, I proudly and forcefully announced my endorsement of Bill Thompson for Mayor of New York City.
For the past few years we have seen middle class New Yorkers and those struggling to make it into the middle class, the driving force behind our great city, struggle to afford to live here. It seems that every day our City gets more costly for our middle class and less welcoming to those trying to reach that next rung on the economic ladder.
Our City residents have seen escalating property taxes and assessments, double-digit hikes in water rates for three consecutive years and a proposed increase in the sales tax. And while our middle class is getting hit from every side, Michael Bloomberg refuses to help make our taxes more progressive. It's no surprise that we have rising unemployment, record homelessness and small businesses that are struggling to stay open.
More than ever, we need a strong voice for all New Yorkers in City Hall. Bill Thompson will be that voice as Mayor. He has always recognized that New York is a city of five boroughs with dozens of unique neighborhoods that all contribute to our collective success. That's why I am supporting Bill Thompson.
New York is a city of fighters, we have a history of voting our minds no matter what the political oddsmakers say, and this race will demonstrate that once again.
I'm going to work my hardest to help Bill get elected and I hope you'll join me by taking your support to the next level. Sign up now to volunteer and join me on the campaign trail:
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