text: I am a born&raised New Yorker, and, even after I relocated to Florida, I still considered Rudy to be one of the best mayors anywhere, even BEFORE 9/11. He had a way of cutting through the bs and helping to get the city back on track. During the 9/11 aftermath, he was the glue that held NYC together. I don't agree with his politics these days, but I will always be grateful for the leadership he showed in those very dark days.