Former NYC Deputy Mayor on Remembering 9/11
Edward Skyler reflects on the aftermath of 9/11, saying it was extremely difficult to make decisions in the wake of a tragedy that left 2,700 people murdered and the city filled with grief, anxiety, and political tension. He recalls that when Mayor Bloomberg was sworn in on 01/01/2002, smoke was still rising from the World Trade Center site and the economic damage had already been done. Skyler…
Former NYC Deputy Mayor Edward Skyler has shared his reflections on the aftermath of the 9/11 tragedy. Skyler describes the period as one of immense difficulty in making decisions, given the loss of 2,700 lives and the emotional turmoil that gripped the city. When Mayor Bloomberg took office on January 1, 2002, the World Trade Center site was still engulfed in smoke, and the economic damage from the attacks had already begun to manifest.
Amidst the grief and political tension, Skyler emphasizes the importance of leaders listening to all perspectives and crafting policies that prioritize the city's best interests, even if it means disappointing some. Skyler believes that, looking back, these decisions have proven to be resilient and effective.
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