Anthony Weiner for Mayor: Press Releases

Weiner Campaign Unveils New Television Spot To Air During Primary's Final Days

Fri Sep 09 14:26:46 -0700 2005

Marking the final push towards primary day, today Rep. Anthony Weiner’s (D-Queens & Brooklyn) campaign unveiled its fourth campaign television commercial. The spot will being airing this week.

The "Real Solutions Express" Rolls On: Day 4 Of The Weiner School Bus Tour

Fri Sep 09 13:00:21 -0700 2005

On day 4 of Rep. Anthony Weiner’s (D-Queens & Brooklyn) five borough school bus tour, Weiner spoke to residents of an affordable housing complex in Manhattan, and stood with supporters in front of a hospital slated for closure in Staten Island.

New York Firefighters Endorse Weiner For Mayor

Thu Sep 08 10:12:05 -0700 2005

Today, the Uniformed Firefighters Association (UFA) announced that they are endorsing Congressman Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) for Mayor of New York City.

Weiner Kicks Off Citywide School Bus Tour

Mon Sep 05 18:57:41 -0700 2005

Tomorrow, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) will board a school bus in Brooklyn to kick off a five borough barnstorming tour.

Weiner Urges A "New Commitment" To Labor Negotiations

Mon Sep 05 17:49:44 -0700 2005

On Labor Day, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) pledged to bring a “new commitment” to negotiating labor contracts, contrary to the approach currently employed by Mayor Bloomberg. As Mayor, Weiner said he would rely on commitment and hard work to settle a fair contract for firefighters, teachers, sanitation workers, and police.

Weiner Pledges To Settle A Fair Teacher Contract

Sat Sep 03 12:43:57 -0700 2005

Public school teachers past and present joined with Weiner to talk about their experiences in our public schools and to call for a fair contract. Weiner also called for reforms to allow the removal of poor performing teachers more quickly.

Weiner Calls On Federal, State and local Law Enforcement to Step Up Katrina Response

Fri Sep 02 10:41:24 -0700 2005

I had planned to talk today about taxes and the burden they place on middle class New Yorkers and those struggling to make it. But I am setting that aside today, because something is going on in New Orleans and along the Gulf Coast that requires those with a public voice to speak up right now ...

Weiner Unveils Plan To Help New Yorkers Struggling to Make It

Fri Sep 02 07:28:52 -0700 2005

500,000 children went hungry last year. New census data shows poverty is on the rise. Today Weiner unveiled an integrated approach to fighting poverty.

Weiner Releases Second Book of Ideas For New York City

Thu Sep 01 12:31:31 -0700 2005

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) released the second volume in his series of books detailing his vision for bettering the lives of middle class New Yorkers and those aspiring to get there.

Weiner Pledges Greater Transparency and Accountability in Education Budget

Tue Aug 30 20:29:11 -0700 2005

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) outlined his four step plan to ensure that education dollars are spent on real priorities first, like teacher raises and classrooms, instead of going to waste.

Weiner Television Campaign Shifts Into High Gear

Tue Aug 30 20:27:00 -0700 2005

In a sign that Rep. Anthony Weiner’s (D-Queens & Brooklyn) television campaign is shifting into high gear, today the Weiner campaign unveiled its second and third campaign commercials. The spots will enter into television rotation starting Tuesday.

Weiner Unveils Plan to Make Housing More Affordable

Tue Aug 30 20:21:54 -0700 2005

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) unveiled his plan to make housing in New York City more affordable for the middle class and those aspiring to get there.

State Assemblyman William Colton Announces Support for Weiner for Mayor

Fri Aug 26 08:13:16 -0700 2005

Today, State Assemblyman William Colton (D-Brooklyn) announced his support for Rep. Anthony Weiner’s (D-Brooklyn & Queens) campaign for Mayor.

Weiner Stands With Soon to be Displaced Bronx Terminal Market Vendors

Fri Aug 26 08:11:21 -0700 2005

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) stood with the soon to be displaced vendors at the Bronx Terminal Market and pledged to put an end to sweetheart deals that benefit big developers at the expense of small businesses.

A Clear Choice for Staten Island

Mon Aug 22 08:58:50 -0700 2005

Staten Island, NY – At Tuesday’s debate, former Bronx Borough President Fernando Ferrer endorsed higher tolls on bridges like the Verrazano.

Weiner Offers Plan to Make State Pay Taxes on the Property it Owns in the City

Mon Aug 22 08:55:59 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) unveiled his plan to generate $1.5 billion in new revenue for New York City by making the State and public authorities finally start paying taxes on the property they own in the City.

Weiner Unveils First Television Ad of Mayoral Campaign

Wed Aug 17 18:55:42 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner unveiled the first television ad of his mayoral campaign.

Weiner Lays Out Clear Choice at Democratic Debate

Wed Aug 17 15:16:25 -0700 2005

New York City – Tonight, at the first Campaign Finance Board (CFB) debate, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) laid out a clear choice among the candidates vying to win the Democratic primary: a new democratic voice for New York City or more of the same.

Three Days to Better Schools: Weiner Outlines His Plans to Improve New York City Schools

Mon Aug 15 17:28:05 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) unveiled his principles for a better public school curriculum—four reforms he will implement as Mayor to better prepare kids for good jobs and good careers.

Three Days to Better Schools: Weiner Outlines Plans to Improve Public Schools in New York City

Mon Aug 15 17:24:57 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) unveiled his plan to keep the best teachers in New York City classrooms.

All This Week: Weiner Announces Plans for Real Fiscal Responsibility and Expanded Economic Opportunity

Mon Aug 15 17:21:37 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) became the first candidate for Mayor to detail 10 specific budget cuts or reforms that he will use to pay for city priorities such as improved education, housing, and health care.

Weiner Outlines Plans for Fast Ferry Service in New York City

Mon Aug 15 15:42:37 -0700 2005

New York City – Armed with $15 million dollars in federal funding, today Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, outlined his plans to expand ferry service in New York City.

The Weiner Plan for Relieving the â€œMiddle Class Property Value Crunchâ€?

Thu Aug 11 14:46:00 -0700 2005

New York City — Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) outlined his plan to relieve the economic burden on middle class New Yorkers “caught in the property value crunch.”

Over the Next Three Days: Weiner to Outline Plans to Improve Our Public Schools

Thu Aug 11 14:43:15 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) unveiled his plan to restore safety and discipline to New York City’s public schools.

United States Congressman Eliot Engel Announces Support for Weiner for Mayor

Tue Aug 09 03:29:49 -0700 2005

New York City - Today, Congressman Eliot Engel (D-Bronx) announced his support for Rep. Anthony Weiner's (D-Queens & Brooklyn) campaign for Mayor. It was another sign that Weiner's strength in the Bronx is growing.

Anthony Weiner Announces his Candidacy for Mayor of New York City

Thu Aug 04 23:30:29 -0700 2005

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn), a four term United States Congressman and a former member of the New York City Council, formally announced his candidacy for Mayor of New York City.

International Association of Machinists And Aerospace Workers--District 15 Announces Support for Weiner For Mayor

Tue Aug 02 14:19:29 -0700 2005

Today, District 15 of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) announced its support for Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) in the race for New York City Mayor. District 15 of the IAMAW represents 12,000 area members.

A Rapid Security Upgrade for New York City Rapid Transit

Tue Aug 02 14:15:23 -0700 2005

Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn), a member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, called on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to use some of its estimated $833 million dollar budget surplus on immediate security upgrades for our subways.

The Latest Federally Funded Anti-Terror Program: Air Conditioned Garbage Trucks???

Sat Jul 30 21:44:15 -0700 2005

According to Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn), a member of the House Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security, millions of dollars that are supposed to fight terror are actually going to the very worst kind of pork barrel programs. Meanwhile, many of New York City’s homeland security needs remain unmet.

Weiner Offers Plan to Save City's Troubled Hospitals

Tue Jul 26 20:42:22 -0700 2005

New York City – Today, Rep. Anthony Weiner (D-Queens & Brooklyn) unveiled his five point plan to stop the City’s troubled hospitals from closing their doors.