Cuomo mercilessly mocked for pledge to focus on 'touching more people' on campaign: 'We've all paid enough for your touching'
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Andrew Cuomo, facing backlash for past sexual harassment allegations, vowed to enhance his campaign as an independent focusing on engaging more young people and 'touching more people.' This statement prompted immediate criticism, particularly from Lindsey Boylan, a former aide who accused him of inappropriate behavior. Reactions on social media noted the troubling implications of his choice of words. A spokesperson for Cuomo dismissed Boylan's comments as false accusations, attempting to defend his position despite the ridicule surrounding his campaign tactics.
Cuomo's campaign tactics as an independent would involve better use of social media, reaching out to more young people and 'touching more people.'
Critics, including former aide Lindsey Boylan, swiftly reacted to Cuomo's comments, expressing concern and mockery over his phrasing.
Boylan tweeted, 'Don't touch any more people,' criticizing Cuomo's past behavior that led to his resignation amid sexual harassment allegations.
Public response included reactions like, 'In a sane society, Andrew Cuomo saying he's going to touch more people would be taken as a public safety emergency.'
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