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Bloomberg News Killed Investigation, Fired Reporter, Then Sought To Silence His Wife

9:50am April 14, 2020

by David Folkenflik

The investigation into Chinese political elites would "wipe out everything we've tried to build there," Matthew Winkler, Bloomberg's editor-in-chief at the time, said on audiotape obtained by NPR.

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Former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg waves during a rally in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Super Tuesday.

Politics & Government

Bloomberg's Super Tuesday Flop

5:08am March 04, 2020

by Susan Davis

Former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg spent more than $500 million to wage a national campaign, starting with the 14 states that held primaries on Tuesday. He lost all of them.

Former New York City Mayor Mike Bloomberg defended the "stop-and-frisk" policy for years, until he launched his presidential bid.

National

Mike Bloomberg Can't Shake The Legacy Of Stop-And-Frisk Policing In New York

3:45pm February 26, 2020

by Joel Rose

As he runs for president, the former New York City mayor faces tough questions about aggressive police tactics that disproportionately targeted young men of color.

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Former Vice President Joe Biden attends services Sunday at the Royal Missionary Baptist Church in North Charleston, S.C.

Politics & Government

5 Things To Watch For In Tuesday's South Carolina Democratic Debate

1:04pm February 25, 2020

by Domenico Montanaro

A lot is on the line in the 2020 primary debate. It might be the last chance for moderates to slow Bernie Sanders' momentum. And who comes out better — Joe Biden or Michael Bloomberg? Here's a guide.

Former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg speaks during the Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas on Wednesday night.

Politics & Government

6 Takeaways From The Nevada Democratic Debate

3:16pm February 20, 2020

by Domenico Montanaro

It was former New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's first debate after spending more than $300 million on ads. He had an uneven performance, especially when it came to his record on women.

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders speaks during a campaign event on Monday in Richmond, Calif. The independent senator identifies as a democratic socialist.

Politics & Government

Poll: Sanders Rises, But Socialism Isn't Popular With Most Americans

12:30pm February 19, 2020

by Domenico Montanaro

An NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist poll finds that socialism is unpopular with voters overall, even as Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is gaining in the Democratic primary.

News

New Project Aims To Improve City Services In Winston-Salem

10:40am September 28, 2017

by Eddie Garcia

Winston-Salem is one of 100 cities taking part in a project launched by Bloomberg Philanthropies.

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Billionaire Former N.Y. Mayor Bloomberg Eyeing Possible White House Bid

1:53pm January 23, 2016

With a Ted Cruz or Donald Trump GOP nomination looking possible and Bernie Sanders gaining on the Democratic side, the former New York City mayor and billionaire is seriously eyeing a White house run.

Josh Tyrangiel, who resigned this week, and Michael Bloomberg attend Bloomberg Businessweek's 85th Anniversary Celebration in 2014.

National

Bloomberg, The Boy Wonder And The Name On The Building

4:26pm October 02, 2015

by David Folkenflik

The departure of Bloomberg Businessweek editor Josh Tyrangiel shows the degree to which Michael Bloomberg has put his mark on the company since his surprise return as CEO late last year.