Being “tough on crime” has worked for conservative politicians for decades, and it worked for Adams too. But quickly, Adams’ actual conservative policies and resolute unseriousness about governance knocked him out of the public’s good graces.

New York City Mayor shot down “stupid” resignation speculation during his address of religious leaders in Midtown Manhattan. “Who started the stupid rumor that I was stepping down on

The New York City mayor responded to rumors of his resignation in a rousing speech after returning from reported illness.