Thomas Frieden, 49, has set a standard for health commissioners everywhere. His anti-smoking initiatives have changed the life style and the habits of millions of New Yorkers. Some day, when the history of lung cancer in New York is written, Frieden may be credited with saving hundreds of thousands of lives.
The impact of his stringent anti-smoking policy can be seen in front of nearly every office building during every day. Tiny groups of smokers huddle outside the front door. These people are catching a quick smoke, outside, because city policy prohibits smoking in many private buildings and in restaurants and bars. The sidewalk smokers are almost furtive, pathetic refugees from an anti-smoking crusade launched by Frieden and backed to the hilt by the man who appointed him, Mayor Michael Bloomberg.
Frieden is a powerhouse and it’s not surprising he is being considered for a top job in the Obama administration.
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