New York City's Mayoral Transitions Often Marked by Turbulence. As Eric Adams prepares to take the reins of the city, a look back at the history of NYC mayors reveals that rocky starts are more common than you might think. From Ed Koch's initial unpopularity to Rudy Giuliani's early struggles with crime, many mayors have faced challenges in their early days in office. Despite these hurdles, some have gone on to achieve great success, leaving a lasting impact on the city, while others have struggled to maintain momentum, raising questions about the staying power of their administrations.
From Koch to Adams, history shows rocky starts are common for NYC mayors Spectrum News NY1
