Statement from Michael Blake on the passing of Mama Hazel Dukes March 1, 2025. There’s just something about that name! It’s a powerful line in a classic church song. But, in our New York City and nationally, especially among the Civil rights community, the exact same sentiment of reverence is felt towards Mama Hazel Dukes....
We are in a crisis of confidence because of Eric Adams being more afraid of Donald Trump than fighting for us. While I continue to believe that Eric Adams needs to go immediately, Gov. Hochul proposed very strong checks on the corruption and bowing down of Eric Adams to Trump and Elon. We now need...
Statement from Michael Blake on Trump Terminating Congestion Pricing on February 19, 2025. New Yorkers deserve less traffic, cleaner air, and safer streets. Trump canceling on Congestion Pricing without a better option just made these dreams harder to realize. Congestion Pricing is intended to make our City and Transportation better but the implementation needed to...
Watch HERE Rev. Michael Blake joins The Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC Public Radio to discuss his vision for New York City as he runs for mayor. In this candid conversation, Blake tackles the issues that matter most—affordability, public safety, education, and the urgent need for ethics reform at City Hall. Watch now and join...
Statement from Michael Blake on February 17, 2025. Eric Adams has long quit on New Yorkers. Today, four Deputy Mayors quit on him. When the Deputy Mayors for public safety, housing, health, and city operations all resign because Eric stands with Trump, you know that we desperately need a new leadership. Governor Hochul must remove...
Statement from Michael Blake on February 12, 2025. Vice President Eric Adams is a compromised asset who cannot lead New York City because he now must either follow the orders of Trump and Elon and sacrifice New Yorker’s priorities or go to prison. Completely disgraced and publicly humiliated, Adams does not have the courage or...
Statement from Michael Blake on January 21, 2025. On MLK Day, Eric Adams canceled on New Yorkers to go and kiss Trump’s ring on Inauguration Day. It is another reason why I am running for Mayor because we need a Leader and a Manager, not someone who will bow down to Trump. Instead of lowering...
As a Reverend and a man of deep faith, I am heartbroken over military conflicts that exist throughout the world and the resulting loss of life. This is especially painful in the Middle East, particularly on and after October 7, 2023. The murderous horrors perpetrated by Hamas against Israelis and the taking of innocent people...
Statement from Michael Blake on December 31, 2024. My heart is with the people of Puerto Rico today as they face another massive power outage, especially as we prepare to enter the New Year. It’s heartbreaking to see our brothers and sisters on the island continue to struggle with an unreliable energy system.New York City and the Blake...
Statement from Michael Blake on December 16, 2024. Today, New York City’s Campaign Finance Board made the right decision to deny public matching funds to Eric Adams, who is under federal indictment for taking bribes, concealing foreign donations, and defrauding New Yorkers. Since the CFB doesn’t trust him, neither should you. A key allegation in Adams’ indictment is straw...
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