A better New York City? 6 smart takes on Michael Bloomberg's legacy

After 12 years, New Yorkers are voting to replace their billionaire mayor

Michael Bloomberg
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It looks like three terms as New York City's mayor is enough for Michael Bloomberg.

On Tuesday, voters will head to the polls in the Democratic primary election, the winner of which is widely expected to become Bloomberg's successor. The race has taken on the feel of a Bloomberg referendum, with front-runner Bill de Blasio blasting Bloomberg for currying favor with moneyed interests at the expense of the city's lower and middle classes.

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Keith Wagstaff is a staff writer at TheWeek.com covering politics and current events. He has previously written for such publications as TIME, Details, VICE, and the Village Voice.