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.