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A segment of public discourse and commentary quickly emerged, questioning the mayor's calls for donations and the realistic feasibility of his promises. Critics pointed out the contradiction: asserting that services such as free buses and rent relief were to be funded by taxes on the wealthy, yet now requesting donations from the very same population that is supposed to benefit from or fund these initiatives.
The skepticism is rooted in the understanding that such ambitious programs require cooperation with city councils, unions, and the wealthy—all of whom may oppose or complicate these efforts. The critique notes that these promises are often made during campaigns but are much harder to implement when real negotiations and fiscal constraints come into play.