The book "Radio Silence: The Betrayal of New York's Bravest" describes the technical failures of the FDNY radio system.
More importantly, it describes the failure of conscience of the Giuliani administration and points out that Rudy's cronies were involved in out-and-out incompetence and shady dealing with a major radio vendor.
The book does not put Rudy in very good light - and rightfully so. Former Fire Commissioner Von Essen, now a partner in Rudy's consultancy firm, was directly responsible for the radio system debacle that was a contributing factor in the loss of 343 FDNY personnel on September 11, 2001.
If it comes down to Hillary vs Rudy in the general election, I will hold my nose and vote for Rudy, but he's got some major problems in his past.
Go away Rooty. I know I wouldn’t waste my time defending you agaist Hillary.
You two deserve each other.
[Scott Reed, a veteran Republican strategist who managed Bob Dole’s presidential campaign in 1996, ]
That is hardly a high praise and cause for confidence.
Rudy, it's time for you to put your campaign to bed.
Besides, think of how much money she'll save not having to rig elections in three states. That action don't come cheap.
He shouldn’t be nominated. He should be indicted.
Not much difference between the two!
When is Hillary going to face her first questions about Hsu and Chinese money?
Rudy can’t even pick an honest priest.
For the PING lists. ;)
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Rudy's mob-busting past (including busting a Gambino boss) leads me to think this slipup was unintentional, but it raises serious questions about his competence.
This could sink him.
I suppose if you have the right “connections”, one could use their position of influence and the “law” to aid their “business partners” and reduce the amount of competition among “business” rivals...