“Unfiltered, perfectly imperfect, no telling what I’m going to do and what I’m going to say at any time — I am just Eric.”

Outgoing NYC Mayor Eric Adams, reflecting on his tenure during a farewell press conference at City Hall. Adams characterized his leadership style as unapologetically candid as he prepares to leave office Dec. 31, closing a term marked by policy wins as well as controversy, including a federal indictment that was later dismissed. (Daily News)