Mayor Eric Adams suggests that those who criticize him in New York are racist and compares himself to Jesus
OAN’s Brooke Mallory
12:57 PM – Wednesday, February 7, 2024
New York City Mayor Blames Racism for Political Woes
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing criticism for his administration’s handling of various issues, including the influx of illegal immigrants and an ongoing FBI investigation into his mayoral campaign. In a recent town hall, Adams attributed this criticism to racism, suggesting that his administration’s diversity, with a majority of people of color (POC), is the reason behind the backlash.
Adams (D-N.Y.) compared his situation to that of David Dinkins, New York City’s first Black mayor, who also faced significant criticism during his tenure. Adams emphasized the progress his administration has made and highlighted the diversity of his deputy mayors, who are women and POCs.
“Stand up, stand up; they need to see you,” Adams said, calling them out one by one.
“Have you ever seen this much chocolate lead in the city of New York?” Adams said to the crowd. “And then go down the line; look who’s here. This is representative of the city. That’s why people are hating on me. You’re trying to figure out, why the hating on me?”
Adams also drew a parallel between his leadership and the biblical story of Jesus entering the temple, where he overturned tables. However, he did not specify who was condemning him.
“How many of you go to church?” Adams said to attendees. “This is a Matthew 21 and 12 moment. Jesus walked in the temple, he saw them doing wrong in the temple. He did what?” Adams continued.
“I went to city hall to turn the table over.”
In Matthew 21:12, “Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves.” (NIV translation)
Adams reiterated the diversity of his administration and criticized former Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R-N.Y.) for benefiting from the legislation passed by his predecessor, David Dinkins (D-N.Y.).
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How has New York City Mayor Eric Adams attributed the criticism he is facing to racism?
New York City Mayor Blames Racism for Political Woes
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing criticism for his administration’s handling of various issues, including the influx of illegal immigrants and an ongoing FBI investigation into his mayoral campaign. In a recent town hall, Adams attributed this criticism to racism, suggesting that his administration’s diversity, with a majority of people of color (POC), is the reason behind the backlash.
Adams (D-N.Y.) compared his situation to that of David Dinkins, New York City’s first Black mayor, who also faced significant criticism during his tenure. Adams emphasized the progress his administration has made and highlighted the diversity of his deputy mayors, who are women and POCs.
“Stand up, stand up; they need to see you,” Adams said, calling them out one by one.
“Have you ever seen this much chocolate lead in the city of New York?” Adams said to the crowd. “And then go down the line; look who’s here. This is representative of the city. That’s why people are hating on me. You’re trying to figure out, why the hating on me?”
Adams also drew a parallel between his leadership and the biblical story of Jesus entering the temple, where he overturned tables. However, he did not specify who was condemning him.
“How many of you go to church?” Adams said to attendees. “This is a Matthew 21 and 12 moment. Jesus walked in the temple, he saw them doing wrong in the temple. He did what?” Adams continued.
“I went to city hall to turn the table over.”
In Matthew 21:12, “Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves.” (NIV translation)
Adams reiterated the diversity of his administration and criticized former Mayor Rudy Giuliani (R-N.Y.) for benefiting from the legislation passed by his predecessor, David Dinkins (D-N.Y.).
It is important to note that Adams’ remarks have generated both support and criticism. Some argue that attributing all criticism to racism undermines legitimate concerns and hampers meaningful dialogue, while others believe that racism plays a significant role in the challenges faced by elected officials of color.
As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how Adams’ administration will address the various issues it faces and whether his response to criticism will resonate with the electorate.
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