In his “Declaration of Independence from Albany,” Anthony Weiner focuses on an under-appreciated fact of government life: New York State government, Albany, determines what power and authority New York City government has and controls many government functions that are popularly perceived as city government functions.
Mayoral candidates have focused on certain aspects of Albany control, particularly around the MTA and the city school system. Weiner goes further, however, addressing the overall system built on state control of the city and it’s legal authority.
Also, be sure to watch our coverage of Anthony Weiner’s afternoon of campaigning on the beach in Rockaway, here, and accepting the support of hot-dog eating champ Joey Chestnut, here.