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The succession of scandals not only jeopardizes Adams’ political future, but also his effectiveness and priorities as mayor. In Albany, the capital of New York state, discontent with the mayor of the Big Apple is evident, with some lawmakers who have already called for his resignation. “A mayor who cuts” the budget “on education, libraries and parks, and who surrounds himself with criminals and alleged corruption all the way to the top – said Representative Emily Gallagher – does not deserve our trust”.