There are families of every kind. I think a lot of people are struggling to make sense of their identity in a very complicated world.

I think unionization is good public policy. I think when families secure their economic future, that's good for everyone.

I think a lot of the best ideas come from the grassroots; I'm someone who does not like a bunker mentality and does not like groupthink.

I think small business is struggling in New York City. It's a fantastic market, it's a very appealing market, there's lots of opportunity, at the same time it's a very difficult place to build a small business.

I think you can be smart and directed and focused, without being obnoxious, and get plenty done.

I come personally from a broken family, divorced very early in my childhood, a family with its own share of troubles, so I think that was very influential in both me believing that someday I would consistently devote myself to my own family that I created, but I think it also really affects my view of the world.