Adams predicts slings and barbs at upcoming debate, throws some of his own Michael Gartland As several candidates for mayor rallied against Asian hate crimes Wednesday in Manhattan’s Chinatown, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams set himself apart from the pack, literally, with a rally across the East River. The dueling confabs served as a prelude to the second Democratic primary debate for mayor, and Adams, who is now leading the field in most polls, took the opportunity to brace himself for the attacks he and his supporters predicted he’ll face at the Wednesday night debate. “I’m glad to have that love,” Adams said to a cheering crowd outside Brooklyn Borough Hall. “Because there won’t be any love tonight.”