NYC ‘Needs To Make Crime Illegal Again’
Mayoral Candidate Whitney Tilson on Bringing Change to City Government
Former hedge fund manager Whitney Tilson has entered the Democratic mayoral primary, citing a need for a more independent and effective government. In a recent interview with FAQ NYC, Tilson discussed his vision for the city, including his views on crime, education, and government accountability.
A Need for Change
Tilson was not impressed with the current crop of candidates, calling them "different flavors of career politicians" who are beholden to the city’s machine. He believes that his outsider perspective can bring a fresh approach to the role. "I didn’t see anyone who could be independent of the machine that runs this city," he said.
Crime and Public Safety
Tilson’s plan for public safety involves making it illegal for anyone to sleep in public spaces. "It needs to be against the law for anyone to sleep in our public spaces," he emphasized. This, he believes, will help to address issues of homelessness and public safety.
Education Reform
Tilson also spoke about the need for change in the city’s education system. "Our school system has a structural, systemic problem," he said. He believes that mayoral control, combined with a mayor who is committed to using that control to benefit the children, is the key to creating a more effective and accountable system.
A More Efficient Government
Tilson’s goal is to create a more efficient and accountable government. He believes that this can be achieved through a combination of mayoral control and a mayor who is committed to using that control to benefit the city. "The adults in the system are incredibly well-funded, well-organized, and the kids don’t vote," he said. "So that’s why you have a system that naturally will serve the adults in the system, often at the expense of kids. The only way to combat that is to one, have mayoral control, and two, a mayor that will use that control."
Conclusion
Whitney Tilson’s vision for NYC is one of change and reform. He believes that his outsider perspective and commitment to making a difference can bring a fresh approach to the role of mayor. His plans for crime, education, and government accountability aim to address some of the city’s most pressing issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What motivated you to enter the mayoral race?
I didn’t see anyone who could be independent of the machine that runs this city, and I believe my outsider perspective can bring a fresh approach to the role. - How do you plan to address crime in the city?
I believe it needs to be against the law for anyone to sleep in public spaces. This will help to address issues of homelessness and public safety. - What is your vision for the city’s education system?
Our school system has a structural, systemic problem. I believe mayoral control, combined with a mayor who is committed to using that control to benefit the children, is the key to creating a more effective and accountable system.
