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Whitney Tilson: “There is no appetite [in Albany] for what [Whitney Tilson's…”

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Whitney Tilson's Mayoral Campaign Speech: Leadership, Safety, and Economic Growth for New York City

Published June 15, 2025 | Video Starts at 08:03

… that of Florida, which would lead to an exodus of businesses and jobs and crush our city. But even more preposterous is that this all has to go Through Albany. There is no appetite [in Albany] for what [Whitney Tilson's opponent] is calling for. And even if it were to pass the corporate tax rate, state tax increase statewide, he's assuming that all the taxes all around the state, the legislature would just hand it to New York City. (08:03–08:07)

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Asserts that there is no support in Albany for the opponent's proposed policies.

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