New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson says he is no longer considering a run for mayor.
�Just as I was open about the fact that I was considering a run for mayor, I now want to be open about the fact that I have made the difficult decision not to run,� Johnson said in a statement Thursday. �This challenging time has led me to rethink how I can best be of service to this city, and I have come to the conclusion that this is not the right path for me.�
In the statement, Johnson cited personal challenges and opened up about his depression.
�Too often mental health issues are shrouded in secrecy and stigmas, which causes people struggling with these issues to feel alone,� he said. �I encourage anyone who is experiencing a mental health condition to seek help. I did and I am better for it.�
He said he will continue to serve as City Council speaker and work to �improve the lives of New Yorkers.�
�I love this city with all my heart and I believe by working together, we will come back stronger than ever,� he conclude. �Let�s continue looking out for one another and fighting for the greatest city in the world.�
(AP)
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it is about time that “trump derangement syndrome” be added to the official classification of mental disorders with depression being a co-morbidity.
It’s no wonder to get a bout of depression after working side by side with De Blasio.
1/ as CC Speaker in Feb 2020 he told people who just came back from China to NOT self quarantine AND he publicly urged New Yorkers to then go visit Chinatown.
2/ support him for any political office if you want to trade more section 8 in exchange for your children being taught to embrace the gay lifestyle.