The Political Page, T+284, November 1, 2017 -- New York Politicians Go Out On Limb Suggesting Most Recent Event Was An Act Of Terror

From a Fox.com editorial:

Yet, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio came right out and said it: “This was an act of terror.”

That was already apparent to the New York City police, whom de Blasio has repeatedly insulted as racists, and demeaned for quickly confronting the dangers of criminal behavior.

That’s the same de Blasio who pompously defied Trump’s call to dismantle so-called sanctuary cities, making it tougher for authorities to find and corral criminals.

“Don’t let the terrorists change our life in any shape, manner or form,” said Gov. Andrew Cuomo, just two hours after the attack took place.

That’s right, New Yorkers. Listen to your governor. Don’t take any extra precautions in how you live your lives. Don’t admit that there are evil people in the world who want to kill you, then exhort God’s greatness. Don’t use that ugly word -- war – to describe our conflict with radical Islam. Don’t offend.

And don’t defend. It might upset someone.

What surprised me was how quickly "everyone" called this an "act of terror." Under the previous administration there was a push to end any talk of "terrorist attacks" in this country, and a push to "hold judgment" after any attack, no matter how obvious.

By the way, the "person of interest"  behind the deadly New York City attack had pledged loyalty to the jihadist army.

Surprise, surprise.