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Seth's avatar

I used to like Lander and agree that his left leaning tendencies fair well, however, he has absolutely pissed off the left, especially in Brownstone Brooklyn. The Gowanus rezone, which he's claims as a personal victory, will come back to bite him. As part of the deal, he promised NYCHA housing will get much needed financial support. It won't b/c it relied on Build Back Better Federal funding that didn't come through. He promised strict EPA oversight of the superfund cleanup. It's not happening b/c the EPA is gutted and a shell of its former self. He promised new affordable housing as the reason why we needed to rezone. It's not going to be affordable at all thanks to back room deals. It was full of lies and half-promises that all went to benefit Adams and the real estate lobbyists. It's interesting to think how this may play-out in 8 years time if Lander were to run for mayor because by that point the Gowanus will be full of new development and he'll probably claim victory for his achievements. Unfortunately by then the rising tides and effects of climate change will also be more apparent.The Gowanus will experience regular toxic floods thanks to shotty remediation being done right now. It won't take long for there to be serious health concerns for those living in the wake of the Gowanus flood plains. During Hurricanes people will need to be evacuated. And over time, the water, land, and air quality will affect nearby residents in higher cancer rates. I realize you probably think I sound crazy, but it's the sad but true reality of the situation that politicians don't want to talk about. Personally I think Lander sucks. True progressives need to factor in climate change. He and Adams chose short term gains over long term preparedness and solutions. My 2¢

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Unset's avatar

Candidates come, candidates go, but REBNY is undefeated, and that sums up what really matters in NYC politics.

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