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Bill Ackman Backs Former Hedge Funder Whitney Tilson For NYC Mayor: 'Can Help Save Us'


Published on 2025-01-14 18:40:49 - MSN
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  • Former hedge fund manager Whitney Tilson is running for mayor of New York City and he picked up an endorsement from Bill Ackman, one of the most recognized voices in the world of finance. What Happened: Tilson,

Bill Ackman, a prominent investor, has publicly endorsed Whitney Tilson, a former hedge fund manager, for the position of New York City Mayor. In a recent social media post, Ackman praised Tilson's potential to address the city's challenges, citing his intelligence, integrity, and deep understanding of New York's issues. Tilson, known for his investment insights and his pivot to education reform, has been vocal about the need for significant changes in the city's governance, particularly in education, crime, and economic development. Ackman believes that Tilson's background in finance and his commitment to public service could "help save" New York City from its current predicaments, highlighting Tilson's outsider perspective as a key asset in bringing fresh solutions to longstanding problems.

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