Andrew Cuomo Wants Redemption — New York Owes Him Nothing – The American Spectator | USA News and PoliticsThe American Spectator

Comeback tours aren’t just for washed-up rock stars. They’re for washed-up politicians, too. This fact is not lost on Andrew Cuomo.

The gravelly-voiced former governor is officially running for mayor, betting that New Yorkers still have an appetite for his brand of politics. In many ways, Cuomo’s return was inevitable. But this is one encore the city should reject, and not just for the most obvious reasons.

The shameless sexagenarian’s Lazarus-like resurrection raises several pressing questions. For instance, do voters truly get the leaders they deserve, or is this merely another example of a political system that values name recognition over actual competence?

The latter, I suggest.

Cuomo isn’t offering anything new — just a tired formula that preys on a collective willingness to overlook past sins in exchange for the comfort of a familiar face, especially in turbulent times. He’s relying on New Yorkers, many of whom are frustrated with Eric Adams, to see him as the “lesser evil.” But let’s be very clear here: voting for Cuomo means supporting a system that prioritizes power over principle, lies over truth, and allows the absolute worst to rise to the top.

His comeback is pure, unadulterated arrogance. Quietly switching his voter registration to Manhattan, cozying up to donors, and casting himself as the city’s savior, he’s hoping people forget who he really is. Don’t be fooled, New Yorkers. Behind the rebrand is the same old Cuomo — corrupt, power-hungry, and without remorse. His fall from grace wasn’t bad luck. It was well-earned. If in doubt, please allow me to refresh your memory.

Let’s start with his infamous nursing home debacle, where his administration mandated that COVID-positive patients be admitted to nursing homes, a move that directly led to thousands of preventable deaths among the state’s most vulnerable population. Worse still, Cuomo’s team intentionally underreported the death toll to protect him from political fallout. (RELATED: It’s About Time Liberals Apologize for Their COVID Policies)

But that’s just scratching the surface. Cuomo’s $5 million book deal, American Crisis, is yet another example of his self-serving governance. Reports revealed that state employees were pressured to work on the book during office hours, turning public resources into personal profit. While New Yorkers faced severe lockdowns and financial struggles, Cuomo’s attention wasn’t on them. Instead, it was on promoting himself, enhancing his brand, and beefing up his bank account.

There’s more. With Cuomo, there always is.

The Mario Cuomo Bridge scandal was both a mismanaged project and a testament to his obsession with legacy over leadership. When faulty bolts were discovered during construction, Cuomo’s administration didn’t sound the alarm. Instead, they buried the findings to keep the project on schedule, prioritizing optics over public safety. Tainted by secrecy and deceit, the bridge now stands as a towering symbol of Cuomo’s broader disregard for accountability. And yet, this is the same man who thinks he can rebuild the bridge of trust between New Yorkers and their leaders. He can’t.

Then there’s the VIP COVID testing scandal. While everyday New Yorkers struggled to access tests, Cuomo made sure his family and political allies got first-class treatment. Among those fast-tracked was his brother, former CNN anchor Chris Cuomo — the Fredo of the family. Meanwhile, his so-called war on corruption was an utter sham. Supposedly created to expose public corruption, the Moreland Commission was shut down the moment it started scrutinizing his own allies. Reports later revealed Cuomo’s direct interference, confirming that his anti-corruption stance was nothing more than a self-serving lie.

As is clear to see, Andrew Cuomo and dishonesty are inextricably linked.

The Buffalo Billion scandal really drove this point home. What was pitched as a revitalization plan for upstate New York turned into a cesspool of corruption, rigged bids, and federal convictions for Cuomo’s close associates. And it wasn’t an anomaly. The Crystal Run Healthcare deal followed the same blueprint. After donating $400,000 to Cuomo’s campaign, the healthcare provider was rewarded with $25.4 million in state grants. Calls for transparency were met with stonewalling, leaving yet another stain on his already tarnished record.

And I haven’t even touched on the sexual misconduct allegations that led to his downfall. From inappropriate comments to unwanted advances, the accusations painted the picture of a leader who used his position not to serve the people but to intimidate young females. Investigations exposed a rather toxic workplace culture where women were harassed, silenced, and forced to endure Cuomo’s unchecked abuse of authority for years. (RELATED: The Cuomo Mafia Strikes Again)

New Yorkers must resist the urge to buy into Cuomo’s carefully staged redemption arc. His mayoral campaign has little, if anything, to do with public service; rather, it’s a desperate attempt to rewrite history and claw his way back to relevance. Polls suggest that some are willing to overlook his failures, but that would be a serious mistake. Cuomo’s scandals are unforgivable. He is a political predator, and New York deserves better. Don’t let him betray you again. Don’t let him drag your city down even further. Eric Adams is bad, but Andrew Cuomo is arguably much worse.

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