During which event was Lindsay famously criticized for poor city response?
Hurricane Sandy
1970 Blackout
1969 Snowstorm
1980 Transit Strike
Answer
In 1969, New York experienced a record-breaking snowstorm, paralyzing the city with over 2 feet of snow. As mayor, John Lindsay faced intense criticism for what was perceived as an inadequate response to the crisis, with transportation disrupted, emergency services overwhelmed, and widespread power outages. This criticism damaged Lindsay's reputation and contributed to his political decline.
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