Dear Lucas,
I am writing for one final time in this election season, simply to say thank you. I am proud of what our campaign accomplished, and we could not have done it without your help and support.
Of course I am disappointed by the outcome of the runoff. But while I will not have the opportunity to serve as Comptroller, I do believe that we have had an impact on the City. Our campaign ensured that ideas like green investing, budget transparency and pension reform are part of the debate going forward. More broadly, we articulated powerfully and consistently our core vision of a government that is forward-thinking, willing to tackle hard problems, and insistent on results. The endorsement of the Times, the Daily News, the Post, the Observer, Crain's, and community newspapers throughout Brooklyn and Manhattan -- and most important, 44% of the runoff voters -- testifies to the strength of that vision. Part of our work going forward must be to push forward on realizing that vision here in New York City.
And speaking of going forward: I am moved beyond words by the hundreds of calls and emails I have received since Tuesday. Many of you have asked about my future plans. For the moment, I am taking it easy and catching up on time with Diana, Susan and Margaret. I will make sure that my staff and I continue to provide quality representation to the 33rd Council District for the remaining three months of my term, and I have already begun working with Steve Levin to ensure a smooth transition when he takes office in January. Soon enough, I will begin to focus on charting a new course, and I very much hope I will continue to stay in touch with all of you, and that we will have many opportunities in the future to work together on the causes that we share.
Warm regards and all best wishes,
David