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Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio, known for his strange behavior and failed presidential run, has once again left Americans scratching their heads. This time, he and his wife, Chirlane McCray, have publicly announced their separation in what can only be described as a cringe-worthy display of oversharing.
Instead of simply issuing a written statement like most couples in the public eye, the de Blasios decided to reveal their decision in an interview with the New York Times. They spoke in a lovey-dovey manner, which is quite unusual for couples going their separate ways. But here’s the kicker: they’re not actually getting divorced. No, they’re just going to start dating other people while continuing to live together in their Park Slope townhouse. How romantic.
It seems that being mayor took a toll on their marriage. According to de Blasio, everything became overwhelming and it took away from their “soul.” Personally, I think it’s a weak excuse. If their marriage was strong enough, no amount of tasks or schedules would have caused them to separate. But hey, what do I know?
Bill de Blasio, the former New York City mayor, and Chirlane McCray are separating. They are not planning to divorce, they said, but will date other people and continue to share the Park Slope townhouse. https://t.co/PWXZAJ6sMp
— The New York Times (@nytimes) July 5, 2023
In the same interview, de Blasio revealed his insecurities about McCray potentially reverting to her lesbian identity, which she had before they started dating. It’s clear that their marriage was already on shaky ground, and being mayor only exacerbated their issues. McCray even joked about putting their phone numbers and gym pictures in newspapers to attract potential dates. I can’t help but wonder if this is some bizarre attempt to boost their popularity or if they genuinely believe they’re setting an example for others.
Personally, I find their behavior absolutely cringe-worthy. They should have simply issued a statement and sought therapy instead of inviting the public into their personal lives. This whole “separation” seems more like an open marriage arrangement, where they can date whoever they want and bring their dates home for a cozy chat. It’s not for me to judge, of course, but when you put your personal life on display like this, you’re bound to invite criticism.
In the end, this story ranks as one of the most unbelievable and cringe-worthy I’ve come across. I’ve been a news junkie for decades, and I can confidently say that the de Blasios should have handled this differently. And who can forget de Blasio’s infamous helium-induced speech during his presidential campaign? It’s clear that his time in the public eye has been filled with bizarre moments and questionable decisions.
Source: Red State
