De Blasio's Escape From New York Includes Iowa Voters' Welcome

The critics also include some of his past political allies, including state Attorney General Letitia James, who served with de Blasio in the City Council and described him as a friend while also saying “we need a mayor who is going to be on the job 24 hours a day.” Former political consultants who helped him achieve two overwhelming mayoral election victories aren’t working for him on this campaign. De Blasio’s chances at overcoming his underdog status might be better if he had ignited more enthusiasm among New Yorkers. “It’s sure to come up,” said Iowa Democratic Chairman Troy Price, when asked about the negative reaction to de Blasio’s candidacy among some New Yorkers.

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