Vintage Blakeman: A Look at His Past Campaign
Bruce Blakeman is running for reelection as Nassau County executive, but in 2009, he sought the Republican nomination for New York City mayor.
Back then, Blakeman ran an ad claiming "I'm one of you" to residents of the five boroughs, stating "Bruce Blakeman is running for mayor! Bruce Blakeman grew up on the border of Queens and lives in Manhattan!”
Located in one of the most western parts of Nassau County, Valley Stream is on the border of New York City.
His qualifications and experience were listed as:
- Busboy
- Dishwasher
- Bartender
- Garbageman
- Janitor
- Bouncer
- Teacher
- Lawyer
- Councilman
- Legislator
- Commissioner
- Businessman
Author's summary: Blakeman's past campaign contrasts with his current one.