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- Michael Bloomberg Gives $250,000 to Planned ParenthoodThe PPFA announced Tuesday that the Komen for the Cure Foundation would cut its $700,000 funding for breast cancer screenings and other related services. Soon after, Mayor Bloomberg announced how he is choosing to fight back.
- Bloomberg Ranks Michigan Second in Economic HealthBloomberg has upped its ranking for Michigan, placing it second in the nation in terms of its overall economic health.
- Michael Bloomberg Versus the Koch BrothersNew York's Mayor is the second richest person in the City of New York. Now his business magazine is exposing the possible crimes of Koch Industries. Our blogger summarizes.
- Mayor Bloomberg Wonders Why the Occupy Wall Street Protestors Don't like Banks: Here's WhyMayor Bloomberg wonders what the Wall Street Protestors have against banks. Could it be the interest rates they charge?
Will There Be Blood on Our Streets? Bloomberg Says that There Will BeMayor Bloomberg predicts riots in the streets if economy doesn't create more jobs - this is the title of the story at the New York Daily News- Mayor Bloomberg Bans God from 911 CeremonyIf ever there was a ceremony that needed prayer, it is the 911 anniversary remembrance. The Mayor of NYC has decided to ban God and prayers from the ceremonies.This is the new America post 911.
- Mayor Bloomberg Excludes Firefighters and Police Officers from 9/11 MemorialCNN reported that first responders are not being invited to the 9/11 memorial. Mayor Bloomberg's office confirms the report saying "there isn't room for them."
- Hurricane Irene: New York City Evacuation Plan Prepared for Announcement by Mayor BloombergNew York City may have mandatory evacuation orders if Hurricane Irene smacks the Big Apple.
- Bloomberg's Third Term Marred by Ineptitude, MisstepsWhile it was fair to blame unpopular decisions for Mayor Bloomberg's poor approval ratings back in 2003, last month's poll numbers are motivated by a confluence of bad decisions, miscalculations and poor management.
Cathie Black Resigns from Her Post as New York City Public Schools ChancellorNew York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg holds a press conference to announce the resignation of Schools Chancellor Cathie Black and to introduce his choice to replace her, Deputy Mayor Dennis Walcott. See the press conference here.
Politicians and Snow Don't Mix Well as New York City Mayors John Lindsay and Michael Bloomberg DiscoveredThe blizzard of December 2010 will go down as a political nightmare for New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg. Forty one years ago, the late Mayor John Lindsay also found out how snow and politics don't mix. Read why.
New York Mayor Bloomberg Slammed for Tepid Reaction to Snow StormThe massive snow storm that gripped the northeast United States on and immediately after Christmas, closing down air and train travel and snarling traffic in city streets, may have made New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg a political casualty.
Obama Job Approval Below 40 Percent -- ZogbyThe latest Zogby Poll suggests that the political troubles that have afflicted President Barack Obama, resulting in the "shellacking" of the 2010 midterm elections, have not only not abated, but have gotten seriously worse.- Bloomberg Shows Seersucker's in Carroll Gardens Some LoveAccolades such as "some of the city's most satisfying southern fare," and "medium-rare pork chops burst with more flavor than dry-aged beef" speckle the Bloomberg News review of Seersucker's at 329 Smith Street.
Bloomberg: Some Members of Congress 'Can't Read'; Most Americans, it Seems, Also Cannot ReadNew York City mayor, Michael Bloomberg told The Wall Street Journal that some of the newly elected members of congress "can't read". I say, most Americans can't read, and this can only be a benefit to you if you want to seem smart.- Under Bloomberg, New York is Becoming 'The Ninny City'Smokers are being treated like nonentities under The Big Apple's imperious mayor.
Bloomberg and Paterson Nix Sugar for Food Stamp ShoppersBloomberg and Paterson's intentions are good. They want to battle obesity and diabetes. However, their plan is half-baked in several ways.- Is Mayor Bloomberg Turning NYC into a Dictatorship?Why did Michael Bloomberg get to serve a third term as Mayor of New York? He claims he is the only one who can help us. This is the hallmark of a dictator. He doesn't need the money, so why did he do it?
NYC Mayor Bloomberg's Money and New YorkersMayor Bloomberg is the 10th richest person in America. So what?
Bloomberg Orders NY Budget Cuts and Hiring FreezeCutting the budget and freezing jobs in New York City? Say it ain't so.- Mayor Michael Bloomberg Thinks a Mosque Should Be Allowed on Ground ZeroMayor Michael Bloomberg of New York City thinks a mosque should be allowed to be built at Ground Zero.
Bloomberg Businessweek Answers "What's Your College Degree Worth?"Although it's been dubbed a "devilishly difficult" question to answer, "what's your college degree worth" has lasting implications. Bloomberg Businessweek teamed up with PayScale to rank hundreds of schools by a 30-year net return.
Bloom Off Bloomberg UpdatedDouble Tweet 280 A smell of pot and privilege in Bloomberg's third and last term.
NYC Mayor Bloomberg Against Investigation into Cordoba Mosque Near Ground ZeroThe mayor claims any investigation into the mosque would be "out of character for what this nation stands for and the way we conduct ourselves."- Greek Rioters Protest Government AusterityA crisis in Greece kills 3, and more Greek citizens are trapped in a burning bank.
- Bloomberg Prompts Obama to Consider Moving KSM Terror TrialNYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg urged Barack Obama to reconsider trying Khalid Sheikh Mohammed (KSM) near Ground Zero.
- Tata Nano is Bloomberg UTV Autocar Car of the YearThe Tata Nano is again on the headlines. This time, once again for winning the prestigious Bloomberg UTV- Autocar Car of the Year award. The Nano has already won the Indian Car of The Year (ICOTY) award recently.
Mike Bloomberg and Bill Thompson: New York City's Dreadful Mayoral ChoiceOn the eve of the mayoral election, polls indicate that New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg enjoys a double-digit lead over his Democratic challenger, New York City Comptroller Bill Thompson. But neither man deserves to occupy Gotham's highest office.- Why Mike Bloomberg Should NOT Be Re-elected Mayor of NYCI tell you why he shouldn't get another term.
- NRA Exposes America's Mayors in Anti-Gun Lobby EffortThe NRA yesterday sent members a list of America's mayors who joined Mayor Michael Bloomberg's anti-2nd Amendment organization. I was surprised to find that our local mayors had joined the anti-gun lobby. Is your mayor on the list?
Mayor Bloomberg's European Vision for New York CityNYC's mayor Michael Bloomberg seems to have Amsterdam and London as role models for his broad long term vision to transform his city. Attracting tourism becomes more important than ever during an economic depression- E-E-T: Southwest Bags Children, Michael Bloomberg Apologizes (Kind Of) and Google WavesIt's E-E-T...the news ticker for those of you who like your news with a laugh chaser.
- Ban Smoking on New York City StreetsWhy New York City should ban smoking on New York City street
- Opposition Lies in Wait for Bloomberg to Sign Controversial Term Limits LegislationOpponents of last week's legislative extension of New York City term limits lie in wait to file suit.
Weiner Calls Bloomberg Third-Term IllegalOn a Conference Call with reporters yesterday, Rep. Anthony Weiner stated that New York City Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg's proposal to seek a third term violates the Voting Rights Act- Bloomberg Publishes Premature Obituary for Steve JobsA pre-written obituary of Apple CEO Steve Jobs was accidentally released on Wednesday. Concerns about Jobs' health are not unfounded, and the obituary hit shareholders hard. The situation begs the question, "When should investors be informed about the CEO's health?"
NYC Mayor Bloomberg's Attempt to Extend Term Limits and How it Could Snowball to the 22nd U.S. AmendmentThere hasn't been much talk lately about rewriting the 22nd Amendment to rethink term limits or simply repeal it. Now with NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg looking into extending term limits in NY, it could be the impetus to think more seriously about changing #22...- Gun Paint Kits, the Bloomberg Collection Makes Your Real Weapon Look like a ToyAs a slap to the face of New York Mayor Bloomberg, a Wisconsin company is marketing a series of paint color kits for painting firearms with names derived from the Big Apple.
- Bloomberg not Running for President: Partisan Politics ContinueMSNBC.com has reported that Michael Bloomberg will not, in fact, seek an independent bid for the presidency. This comes as a disappointment for many who were looking for a solution to partisan politics.
- Mayor Michael Bloomberg Criticizes Economic Stimulus PlanBloomberg weighs in on national issues despite no expressed public interest in White House bid.
