Nassau a Blakeman steppingstone?

Even though the ink certifying on Dec. 3 his reelection as Nassau County executive has barely dried, Bruce Blakeman has officially begun his campaign for governor [“Failed promises in tow, a new bid,” Editorial, Dec. 10].

On Jan. 1, Blakeman is scheduled to be sworn in for his second term. But in light of his already having made his Albany-bound intentions clear, it is reasonable to question Blakeman’s commitment to actually fulfilling any promises that he made during his recent campaign or that may be part of his inaugural address.

While Blakeman hopes for solid support for his candidacy, he should not be surprised if many Nassau County residents who see him quickly turning his focus past them now feel like they were mere steppingstones for his ego and

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