Gothamist: Oy Vey, Marty, Oy Vey

John Fratta

Wed, 21 Jul 2004 01:00:17 -0500

Once again stereotyping Italians in a negative way are acceptable to Borough President Markowitz. The reason DOT gave for not posting the Oy Vey sign was that it would be too much of a distraction for the motorist. However, Fugheddaboutit a stereotype of Italians was somehow less distracting. I think our DOT Commissioner should explain that to us. I also think Marty Marlowitz should be ashamed of himself. He is showing a total disregard to the many Italian constituents in Brooklyn. Mayor Bloomberg, please over rule Marty and have those signs removed just as fast as the Oy Vey signs never went up.

John Fratta

Wed, 21 Jul 2004 01:00:01 -0500

Jen

Tue, 20 Jan 2004 00:39:59 -0500

Oy vey telegraphs so much more than most sayings, that much I know as a lapsed Catholic.

zak

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 18:06:15 -0500

audrey kupferberg should lighten up. "oy vey" is not a pernicious stereotype; it's a gift that the jews have bestowed upon the world. what else would you say when your car breaks down, or you spill a soda on your favorite pants, or your kids leave brooklyn? marty markowitz is mensch; i'd get marty markowitz t-shirts for all my friends.

jake

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 12:18:38 -0500

I love Marty Markowitz- he's like a Brooklyn folk hero. I'd like to get a Marty Markowitz t-shirt.