Dinkins, Giuliani, and NYC's Affordability Crisis

This chapter examines the leadership of David Dinkins, New York City's first African American mayor, and the challenges he faced during his term from 1989 to 1993. It connects historical societal divides and the current affordability crisis to the ongoing mayoral race, highlighting contrasting candidates and their appeal to different voter demographics. The discussion emphasizes the implications of political promises for affordability and the critical importance of maintaining a robust business class in the city's economic landscape.