Gavin Newsom
Bloomberg's 'Ya Es Hora' Ads Will Air in Tri-State Area
Spanish-language television ads that feature Michael Bloomberg encouraging people to vote are tentatively scheduled to air in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut in mid to late August and September, according to a person familiar with the plans.
The ads are part of a nationwide campaign called “Ya es Hora,” which is produced by the Spanish-language television network Univision and will feature mayors from around the country.
Univision has produced similar public service announcements in the past, but this is the first year they’ve included mayors. (Bloomberg, however, has touted his Spanish skills before.)
A person familiar with the program said they decided to include mayors like Bloomberg, Miami Mayor Manny Diaz, San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and others because they'll be recognized outside their city's borders. read more »
Barney Frank: Tough to Please
Now Gay City News is reporting that the Massachusetts Congressman had some unkind words for Mike, who has tried to set out a similarly nuanced position. read more »
"The best way to win same-sex marriage—through the courts and politically—is when you're defending a reality. That's where Bloomberg undermined us," Frank said.
Perhaps Mike and San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom can find common ground when they share a stage at the New School's Milano School of Management on March 30, where Mike is slated to give opening remarks.
