The upcoming mayoral election between Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani presents a stark contrast between centrist politics and a more progressive vision. Supporting Cuomo, despite his scandals and problematic policies, would be a vote for the status quo and a continuation of the Democratic Party’s history of political defeats. Mamdani’s candidacy represents a challenge to the centrist establishment and offers a more hopeful path forward, inspiring a movement that could bring about positive change. The author expresses hope for Mamdani’s victory, not only as a rejection of Trumpism and current policies, but also as a statement against the outdated relevance of the centrist Democratic leadership.
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New York City’s primary election on Tuesday is poised to determine the city’s next mayor, with significant implications for the Democratic party. The race features a clash between Zohran Mamdani, a progressive candidate, and Andrew Cuomo, the former governor. Though Cuomo initially led, Mamdani has gained momentum, potentially benefiting from ranked-choice voting, and is particularly popular among younger voters. The primary winner is expected to become the next mayor due to the city’s Democratic dominance, while the incumbent is running as an independent after charges of corruption.
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Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani is poised to win the Democratic nomination for mayor after former Governor Andrew Cuomo conceded following the first round of ranked-choice primary votes. With 44% of the vote, Mamdani led Cuomo’s 36%, a victory celebrated by supporters. Key to Mamdani’s success was his ability to mobilize new and young voters, outmatching a well-funded campaign by Cuomo. While official results are pending, Mamdani’s win signals a shift in the city’s political landscape.
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Zohran Mamdani declared victory in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary after Andrew Cuomo conceded, marking a surprising upset. Despite the ranked choice voting system’s ultimate decision, Mamdani held a substantial lead over Cuomo, the former governor. The 33-year-old democratic socialist, focused on the cost of living in his campaign, would be the city’s first Muslim and Indian American mayor if elected. Cuomo, who trailed significantly in the first-choice ballots, has the option to run in the general election as an independent.
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As the mayoral candidates campaigned in the final hours before the primary, a new Emerson College poll revealed Zohran Mamdani surpassing frontrunner Andrew Cuomo after ranked-choice voting. While Cuomo held a slight lead in the initial vote, the poll projected Mamdani winning by a 51.8%-48.2% margin after eight rounds. The poll also highlighted divisions among voters, with Mamdani gaining support among those under 50, while Cuomo led among older New Yorkers and women supported Cuomo by a slim majority. The poll’s findings were met with differing reactions, with Mamdani’s camp celebrating and Cuomo’s dismissing the results.
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A recent NYC mayoral poll shows a surprising development in the ranked-choice voting landscape: Eric Adams’s lead is challenged by a surging Humayun Mamdani. The poll indicates that Mamdani is now ahead of Andrew Cuomo in the ranked-choice voting count, a significant shift in the dynamics of the race. This outcome highlights the unpredictable nature of ranked-choice voting and the potential for underdog candidates to gain momentum.
This unexpected turn of events is particularly intriguing given Cuomo’s substantial name recognition and considerable campaign spending. His campaign, however, appears to have relied heavily on this pre-existing notoriety and media coverage, lacking the grassroots engagement of other candidates.… Continue reading
Andrew Cuomo’s campaign for New York City mayor, heavily funded by outside groups including Michael Bloomberg, utilizes negative advertising to attack his opponent, Zohran Mamdani. These ads, totaling over $24 million, employ Islamophobic tactics and misrepresent Mamdani’s policy proposals. Despite this intense, largely negative media campaign, recent polling indicates a significant narrowing of Cuomo’s lead over Mamdani. This shift reflects a growing public support for Mamdani’s platform, despite the considerable resources invested in opposing his candidacy.
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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez condemned the establishment’s support for Andrew Cuomo’s mayoral bid as “cowardice,” highlighting the deep division within the New York Democratic Party. Her endorsement of progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani, coupled with strategic ranking instructions, aims to maximize the anti-Cuomo vote in the upcoming ranked-choice election. Cuomo, despite past scandals, maintains a polling lead, but AOC’s intervention could significantly impact the outcome, potentially shifting the balance of power within the party. The election is seen as a critical test of the progressive movement’s strength and the future direction of New York City’s Democratic politics.
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The Department of Justice has launched an investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo’s testimony to Congress regarding COVID-19 nursing home deaths. This follows a House panel referral alleging Cuomo lied under oath about his involvement in a state report on the issue. The investigation comes after the DOJ dropped charges against mayoral rival Eric Adams, prompting accusations of political bias. Cuomo’s spokesperson denies any wrongdoing and claims the investigation is politically motivated.
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