CHAPTER 47

Noam writes a letter,

Dear Mr Mayor,

My name is Noam Dworman. I am the owner and operator of three well known restaurants and nightclubs in Manhattan — The Comedy Cellar, the Olive Tree Cafe, and the Cafe Wha. I am also an attorney, although I do not practice.

I’ll be very brief because I’m sure you’re too busy to be reading this to begin with. Quite simply, I just want to tell you that I’m a huge supporter of yours. I think an administration which holds your priorities is the only hope for New York City at this very critical time in our history. Additionally, I would like to offer my services to help the city in any way possible. I would be very happy to invite city organizations to use my establishments for meetings, or anything else, free of charge. Also, if there are committees, or panels which need input from New York small business owners on the subjects of restaurants, nightlife, tourism, or other related areas, I would love to participate.

Mr Giuliani, your election has given me a new sense of optimism about my own future in this city. I think I could provide an intelligent insight into a traditionally important sector of the city’s economy, and I am eager to be involved.

Sincerely,

Noam Dworman

PS Please forgive the absence of my signature, because I am sending this letter through CompuServe Email.