Michael R. Bloomberg Quotes on Cities (16 Quotes)

Today, as we recite the names of those we lost, our hearts turn as well toward London, our sister city, remembering those she has just lost as well, ... And to Americans suffering in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, our deepest sympathies go out to you this day.

It's part of our culture, ... They bring a lot of business here. I don't think they belong anyplace else other than New York City.

New York City is not going to be cowed by the terrorists, ... Make no mistake about that. We're not going to spare any expense in protecting us, but also, the people of New York City know that giving in to terrorism is exactly the wrong thing to do.

New Yorkers will never forget the extraordinary support we received following the dark days after 911 and how much it meant to our city, ... One way that each of us can offer support is by making a donation to an organization that provides disaster relief.

I am going to work as hard in the next four years as I've worked in the last four years, trying to make this the city for opportunity, ... I think it's a city we can open up to everybody.

I think things would be much worse if we just tried to sweep under the rug what everybody understands is a downturn in the economy that results in less of a tax base for New York City, and New York City being less able to do the things ... the way that it did before,

I don't think it's government's business to tell companies they can or cannot come to the city.

We have a responsibility to make this city as safe as we can. That includes informing the people who manage and run the buildings in this city.

On the fourth anniversary of the Sept. 11th attack here in New York City, we plan to mark this solemn occasion by asking siblings to take the lead in this year's ceremony. In this small way, we acknowledge the special bonds they share with their beloved brothers and sisters who died that day,

I pointed out to them the severe economic impact on a city still recovering from the terrible tragedy of the September 11th attack, the financial hardships being experienced by those employed in this and related industries, and the disappointment of theater-goers from around the world that the strike was causing,

I don't know what goes on on ships, ... I can tell you exactly what goes on on the streets of New York City. You are safe. People are nice. It is exciting. It is easy to get around. We have rooms reserved for every member of Congress and for every delegate.

New York is one of the few premier international cities without a direct mass transit link between its airports and the city center, ... This can be done, and it must be done.

Again, we are a city that meets in sadness, ... We are all linked to one another in our common humanity.

There's too much unemployment ... We need to bring the lower middle class back into the city.

I am encouraged that theater owners, producers and the musicians' union have taken the city up on its offer, and I am determined that they reach an agreement so Broadway can come back to life,

Today, again, we are a city that meets in sadness,