In his first year as mayor, he focused his attention on fighting crime. But critics say he is not moving quickly enough to address New York City’s other urgent challenges.
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Hospitalizing the Homeless
New York City’s struggle to get severely mentally ill people off the streets.
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In Criticism of Eric Adams, Some See Echoes of David Dinkins
Mayor Eric Adams said that when some people “look at these two Black mayors, Dinkins and my role now, there are those that wish we fail.”
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Mayor Adams Warns of Holiday Virus Risks, Encourages Wearing Face Masks
Donning a mask, Mayor Eric Adams urged New Yorkers to protect themselves against a swirl of viral illnesses in the city, including Covid-19, flu and R.S.V.
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What to Know About NYC’s Plan for Mentally Ill Homeless People
In a big city, the number of untreated, severely mentally ill people is relatively small. But making sure they get the help they need feels like an enormous, intractable task.