Dear Friend,
We are pleased to report that – because of you – "Friends of John Liu" received a whopping 2,052 donations in just the past six months!
John has been truly touched by the sheer zest and enthusiasm from fellow New Yorkers in his vision and ideas for our City's future. Especially exciting is that, for many, it was their first time ever donating to any campaign. It's a testament to our City's dramatically changing political landscape. It's a reflection of the broad base of support and energy we've engaged throughout the five boroughs. It's a strong foundation from which we will soon officially launch our 2013 campaign.
And so to you: a humble and ever-grateful Thank You.
In case you missed it, we'd like to share with you our newest three-minute clip, debuted at his 46th birthday celebration last week: "What Matters Is Where You Want To Go"
Below are some recent news reports of interest, as well as a summary of contributions received to-date.
Again, thank you. Indeed, "All systems go, full steam ahead!"
WALL STREET JOURNAL: "Comptroller Keeps Focus On Campaign" - 1/14/2013
EXCERPT - "I don't think there's any baggage—I have a very clear conscience," Mr. Liu said. "Everywhere I go in the city, I receive tremendous amounts of encouragement to not be dissuaded or distracted."
Mr. Liu said he will officially launch his campaign soon. "All systems go, full steam ahead," he said.
BLOOMBERG BUSINESSWEEK: "NYC Comptroller Liu Shrugs Off Legal Cloud Before Mayoral Bid" - 1/14/2013
EXCERPT - New York City Comptroller John Liu stood in a Chinatown banquet hall last week surrounded by hundreds of guests who paid $100 each to celebrate his 46th birthday. There were platters of noodles, balloons and enough American flag-themed cake to feed the entire room.
The comptroller has also been a counterpoint to Bloomberg. Last month he assembled a group of people in wheelchairs as he rejected Bloomberg's choice of a Nissan Motor Co. cab as the city's official taxi on grounds that it didn't allow access by disabled passengers, even though Bloomberg has legal authority to overrule him. The mayor, who is founder and majority owner of Bloomberg News parent Bloomberg LP, is barred by law from seeking a fourth term.
DNA.INFO: "Candidates for Mayor Rake in Cash as Campaigns Heat Up" - 1/14/2013
EXCERPT - Liu has managed to continue to enjoy fierce loyalty from many of his supporters, despite the allegations that his team broke the law by attempting to skirt fundraising limits.
DNA.INFO: "John Liu Shakes Off 'Embattled' Moniker as Mayor's Race Heats Up" - 12/19/2012
EXCERPT - For nearly a year, City Comptroller and mayoral contender John Liu was saddled with an unflattering new title.
"I have a new nickname: 'The embattled comptroller,'" he said. "Well let me say this: I am ready, willing and able to go into battle for what I think is right for the City of New York."
Contributions to "Friends of John Liu" received, listed by each six-month reporting period:
07/12/2012 - 01/11/2013: 2,052 contributions for $522,000 received.
01/12/2012 - 07/11/2012: 1,288 contributions for $577,100 received.
07/12/2011 - 01/11/2012: 635 contributions for $516,713 received.
01/12/2011 - 07/11/2011: 1,455 contributions for $994,988 received.
07/12/2010 - 01/11/2011: 674 contributions for $511,872 received.