New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo drew the ire of state Republicans and other critics this week after he delivered a speech calling on Americans to admit “mistakes” even as, detractors say, he has failed to take responsibility for thousands of deaths at nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cuomo spoke about leadership and the government’s ongoing response to the coronavirus pandemic during a speech at Riverside Church in New York on Sunday.
In recent weeks, the governor has promoted his new book, “American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic.” “The key is to be strong and secure to admit your mistakes and admit your shortcomings,” Cuomo said during his speech. “Don’t get defensive.