RockerMike and Rob Special Report: Mayor Eric Adams Eric Adams is the current Mayor of New York City, having taken office on January 1, 2022. He is a former police officer, politician, and advocate for social justice. Before becoming mayor, Adams served as the Brooklyn Borough President from 2014 to 2021 and as a New York State Senator from 2007 to 2013. His rise to prominence has been marked by a focus on public safety, police reform, and addressing socioeconomic issues. Adams was born on September 1, 1960, in Brooklyn, New York. He grew up in a working-class family and faced adversity, including being a victim of police brutality as a teenager. This experience motivated him to join the New York City Police Department (NYPD), where he served for 22 years, rising to the rank of captain. Throughout his career, Adams was an advocate for reform within the department, often calling for changes in how the police interacted with minority communities. As mayor, Adams has prioritized reducing crime in the city, managing the ongoing recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic, and addressing issues such as affordable housing and homelessness. His leadership style is pragmatic, and he often emphasizes a balance between progressive and moderate policies. He has faced challenges related to public safety, including criticism over how the city has handled spikes in crime and concerns about police accountability. Adams has also gained attention for his unconventional lifestyle choices, including adopting a plant-based diet and promoting healthy living. He often speaks about the connection between health and leadership, sharing his own experiences of reversing his diabetes through diet and lifestyle changes. Throughout his political career, Adams has positioned himself as a bridge between different communities in New York, advocating for both social justice reforms and practical governance focused on improving the day-to-day lives of New Yorkers. #EricAdams #NYCMayor #MayorAdams #PublicSafety #NYCLeadership #PoliceReform #SafeStreets #HealthyLiving #NYCPolitics #NYCRecovery Please follow us on Youtube,Facebook,Instagram,Twitter,Patreon and at www.gettinglumpedup.com https://linktr.ee/RobRossi Get your T-shirt at https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/gettinglumpedup And https://www.bonfire.com/store/getting-lumped-up/ Subscribe to the channel and hit the like button This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rob-rossi/support https://www.patreon.com/Gettinglumpedup