Mixed Reactions to New York City's 'We Love NYC' Campaign

New York City Mayor Eric Adams' decision to change the city's motto from "I Heart NY" to "We Heart NYC" has been met with criticism and mockery, including from former senator and comedian Al Franken. The new branding is an attempt to encourage New Yorkers after the COVID-19 pandemic, but some have criticized it as being out of touch with the city's problems, including high rent and crime. Adams has vowed to fight crime in the city, but some outlets have reported a rocky response to the new motto.