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My goat

Well, I agree, you may have a point there. The Leftists like Mamdani are pretty slick on SM and in my view helped get him elected as Mayor. But you know, I am fully aware Bluesky is a haven for the Leftist ideology so I am only on here to show the other side of the narrative - take it or leave it.

No, I don't think he is. If there is a big announcement he's on Truth Social but not pouring out the content like Mamdani does. As if being on SM shows what a good job you're doing. It's a load of old bollocks.

Have you heard of this really prolific social media posting guy named Donald Trump?

Tan suit!!!!!!??????!?!?!?!?!

So refreshing to see a politician take feedback and react! ❤️

😎

Idea, Mayor Mamdani. Can NYC have recyclable bins placed next to garbage cans. Many people depend on those discarded bottles and cans for cash and have to dig thru the garbage to retrieve them. This would create less garbage in the streets and provide those in need with easy access to bottles.

*Sigh*... Let the "helmet" jokes commence.

Any day now, right?

Good old US exceptionalism, never toxic, no siree.

He is so fun...and doing great things for NYC.

I've always loved NYC, and Mayor Mamdani is everything The People want in leadership. His personal, affable ways and his sparkling intelligence is a wonderful, refreshing change to the political scene.

And that without any product placement or brand name dropping👌

Ooooo I bet @debramessing.bsky.social and Michael Rappaport are beside themselves

Srsly Mayor, wear that helmet!! I can type this because I was wearing a helmet when I had a biking accident back in ‘15! 🚴

I love our mayor!

That jacket and pants are inappropriate to the soundtrack selected for this video. Do better, social media team!

In crazy TX a motorcycle rider must wear a helmet if they're under 20. www.iihs.org/research-are... 21 and over; if you have medical insurance you don't need to wear a helmet. One year doesn't make you smarter, people. Bicycles, motorcycles, WEAR A HELMET!

Too adorable… Protect that brain that thinks of doing good things to NYer and tourists.

You are doing fine, Your Honor. Native New Yorker since the 50s I remember Mayor Lindsey 👍you’re the best so far.

Remember: Safety equipment only work when used properly. It will be a lot more effective if you strap it on for your next psa. 🙂

We really need a 28th amendment where a decent person is able to be President even if they are from a slightly different point on the pale blue dot.

Rare L. Polystyrene hats don't make you safe. PPE is the absolute last resort in any competent hazard reduction hierarchy.

💯 sir!

Yesssssss!

Not true! They’re got the best gluten. Especially the water bathed ones. Yum! 🥯

It's an acquired phobe. I used to REPAIR equipment that made bagels. The wear, the tear, the berrings... It is the stuff of nightmares...for a repairman.

Too many people don't even know what real bagels are. You can't get them at Dunkins.

Bro you need to get a real bagel. Lenders bagels are passable but not the bagel people will eat plain.

I never boiled a bagel. I hope they're hot when I buy them.

That's the problem, not the solution. Bread dough is RAISED, not BOILED. At least bread that wants to be eaten.

And Manchester's (UK)!

Why are the popping sound effects desynced with the comment overlays appearing on screen? Like I'm hype you're practicing safety and wearing a helmet but also the video editor in me is BOTHERED

Can every politician who actually has the best interests of the people and the earth in mind, please copy Mayor Mamdani’s blueprint for how to get stuff done quickly, efficiently, and effectively please? This guy is amazing!

Helmets are great, if you come off your bike. PLEASE don't forget that (especially with US vehicle sizes) they don't protect from vehicle impacts. Safe, protected, cycle lanes help more. My helmet's primary use is when local authority hasn't trimmed trees and I headbutt them as I ride below them.

Free Palestine

🤣 Adore you!

okay great. now can we talk about ConEd!!!???

Our mans 😍

All politicians should be listening and learning! Thank you!

Someone needs to make that helmet HIS... ASAP!! Every time I see a video, I love him more. I envy you, NYC.

This 🚴 dude is awesome!

Eric Adams probably kept his ghost in there

He is effortlessly cool.

America's Mayor

Imagine that.

Whether it’s him or his pr people or both, this is _so_ good! I wish other Democrats would take note. Even half a Mamdani is better than a Jeffries, or *shudder* a Manchin. There are some solid, competent, pr-savvy politicians out there who are also fighters with good principles, and we need them!

I love him so much.

Sure, sure. And also: cycling isn't that dangerous, it's the cars. American grid infrastructure is awful for cyclists. Junctions (turning cars) everywhere.

My guys, you can wear a helmet AND create a better biking infrastructure. I ate dirt on my bike many times without being in the city or anyone around and having a helmat saved my brain. It's just common sense. Just like wearing leathers if you motorcycle. You don't have to, but you'll be happy u did

This is the best person in the world. This simple video shows it all. 💜

That's a great response.

I like to think the music choice is a shout-out to Bay Ridge 🙂

Listening and learning. We could all do with more of that.

Make sure you secure the chin strap.

Mamdani's a fucking ballbuster.

Which doesn’t mean you shouldn’t wear a helmet if you want to.

Even on a bike path a helmet is a good idea, since the smallest pebble can overturn the chariot of the master of the world. A burst of wind can blow a stick right into your spokes and now you fly headlong into concrete.

Do people in the Netherlands just never fall off their bikes? Or are the roads made of foam?

Cool, thanks for your input, the dutch. Your anti-helmet beliefs are well noted

That’s nice but I’m still gonna wear a helmet.

Indeed, but how long would it take to create the Dutch infrastructure in NYC and for New Yorkers to get used to it?

Right on!

You can't make that prediction because you don't know the other ways in which helmet use would impact cycling. I think treating cycling as if it's a sport would negatively impact bicycle culture.

And Dutch cycling experts have said that they are talking a load of nonsense because mass adoption of bicycle helmets would massively destabilise Dutch cycling levels.

Head injuries are on the rise and another article says that the government is either mulling or has instituted mandatory helmets for under 18.

Point in case:

Stairs Helmets, that’s a good comparison, I’m going to steal that.

Well, I mean, I've been known to ride my bike down stairs. Trust me, we could find ways to hurt ourselves pretty badly, as long as we can get the bike up to 25 mph, we probably want to be wearing a helmet.

Doh. Swap one of those Stairs helmets for Pulling on Trousers helmets..

maybe no hills but those folks scoot across intersections like nobody's business. i get that laws/rules are different there and the resident drivers absolutely know to hit the brakes for cyclists but driving there as a foreigner left me a bit rattled. i adapted, however.

nah, people eat shit on bikes all the time for reasons that have nothing to do with cars

No matter how safe the infrastructure is, there's always the chance of falling or riding into something on accident. Wear a fucking helmet.

Infrastructure wont save you from mistakes, just wear the damn helmet

Please note that riding on concrete alone is enough to need a helmet. I think you'll need a helmet no matter what.

Maar door wie worden die fietsers doodgereden?

There is no level of bike infrastructure that makes a helmet unnecessary.

I think wearing a helmet while riding a bicycle is a very reasonable thing to do. There is no downside, and it drastically reduces your chance of serious injury if you fall off your bike while moving at high speeds.

Seeing takes like "Just don't be in an accident" and holy shit, if anything the Dutch have hit their heads a few too many times.

And that's great, but it doesn't happen overnight. Additionally, Mayor Mamdani is a public figure and as such, it is good for him to encourage children and teens who look up to him as a role model. It's also a signal that he respects the people who care about his safety

I'm an avid bicyclist and it is Fabulous that You Zohran are Campaigning for SAFE BICYCLING and WEAR that Helmet folks!🚴🏻

Would you consider a move to Dallas?!?!

Safety first is road design (e.g., protected bike lanes) and speed limits that prevent crashes - elements in your government‘s control, I believe :) Helmets help, but only if you are in a crash and hit your head

I absolutely LOVE this guy!! What an amazing leader!! NYC, y'all are lucky AF💙♥️💙♥️💙♥️💙♥️

He's such an awesome human being! We need more like him in our lives and politics! Stay safe, Mayor!

I think that carpet might be a trip hazard.

Hence the disco music

ahh! and i just rewatched that recently!

I wish you'd listen to your people about the TPS Haitians et al.

This chap, if he can maintain this level of engagement and energy, will go a long way to making things better for his city. I wish we had politicians with similar energy in the UK.

You're so NORMAL and I can't tell you how refreshing it is to have you on my timeline instead of anything to do with the Whitehouse.

How refreshing, common sense prevails.

Republicans will say 'he's wasting time and taxpayer money making tik-tok videos' nevermind kids watch tik-tok videos and need a public figure they can look up to for things like, being safe and wearing a helmet. Please use this against them if(when) they do.

Listening to your citizens also gives credits in the Netherlands. We would just never ask our major to do strange things ;)

Perfect! Especially with the "Staying Alive" music in there. 🎯😂 Love that you listen, care, and can learn. NYC is lucky to have you.

We should have never given up our claim on New Amsterdam