Aug 10, 2021 · Within a sentence or so, he was talking about “New York tough,” and he used the phrase—a rallying cry in the days when ambulance sirens were the signature sound of New York City—as the...

Aug 16, 2021 · Indeed, the brash quality that had come to define Cuomo — for whom "New York Tough" was more than just a pandemic motto — contributed to his undoing. Many observers and some who dealt with...

We can feel New York's soul through our apartment walls: it's the sound of our downstairs neighbor singing, of our upstairs neighbor dragging chairs across t...

Feb 20, 2025 · See, New York City used to be this tough and gritty place. There was a time, believe it or not, when you could turn a corner in Manhattan and say, “Boy, this corner is gritty and tough and...

Jun 1, 2020 · “New York tough” to wine marketer Lila Gault means an ability to put the greater good ahead of our personal benefit by staying home, wearing masks and social distancing. It means, “being part of something bigger than ourselves - the sum of …

Aug 20, 2023 · The typical New Yorker attitude is often characterized by a tough outer shell. New Yorkers are known for projecting confidence and a strong sense of self. This can be seen in the way they carry themselves and interact with others.

Aug 12, 2021 · Soon-to-be-former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is one of those people who seems to think that aggression and bullying are the true hallmarks of the Empire State. Cuomo’s caustic retirement...

Apr 20, 2020 · From lending a helping hand to neighbors and community businesses to applauding first responders each night from fire escapes and high rises, New Yorkers have once more proved that they're as tough and resourceful as their reputation claims.

Feb 1, 2023 · New York City’s tough reputation isn’t just a stereotype; it’s based on a long and complicated past. From the early days of the Dutch colony that would become New Amsterdam, to the growth of organized crime in the early 20th century, and the current fight against gangs and drugs, New York City’s history is filled with tension and violence.

Feb 24, 2025 · US Rep. Ritchie Torres is backing Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor even though the former governor hasn’t formally entered the race. “The two most important things we need are competence ...