Mayor Eric Adams' team has launched advertisements highlighting achievements during his tenure, but critics argue the campaign selectively presents positive data. As he gears up for re-election, these ads, showcased at LinkNYC kiosks across New York City, depict decreases in crime and investments in education. However, experts contend that such messages rely on subjective interpretations of success, using city resources for political purposes. Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa described the advertising approach as deceptive, emphasizing a disconnect between the narrative and voter experience.
One ad called "Peace of Mind" shows the NYPD logo and says "major crimes down overall in 2024" along with a logo for the mayor's Public Engagement Unit. "$30 Billion back into the pockets of New Yorkers in the last three years," the ad declares - the same timeframe Adams has been mayor.
"The Adams administration is using city resources to promote his reelection bid," said Nicole Gelinas, a senior fellow at the Manhattan Institute. "The ads list a subjective, selective set of accomplishments in the areas most important to voters - crime and education."
Another "deliveringforyou.nyc" ad called "Potential" boasts about city agencies "delivering for you." "New York is dedicated to being the best place to raise a family through record enrollment in subsidized early education programs, investments in student internships, and new programs to help our kids read and learn math, all thanks to the over 300,000 of our neighbors in public service."
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