New Yorkers are voting in a crucial primary that may determine the future of the city's mayor. The race is between progressive Zohran Mamdani, who has surged in popularity, and centrist Andrew Cuomo, a former governor who resigned amid harassment allegations. Mamdani's campaign is bolstered by endorsements from prominent progressives and a strong appeal among younger voters. The ranked-choice voting system may favor him in a tight race. Recent polls show a significant preference for Mamdani, particularly among younger demographics, signaling a potential shift in the Democratic landscape.
Cuomo, who resigned as governor in 2021 after more than a dozen women accused him of sexual harassment, was the clear frontrunner earlier in the year.
Mamdani has run on a progressive platform, promising to freeze rent and make buses free citywide, and his campaign has been propelled by a social media following that dwarfs his rivals.
A survey released last week found that 60% of 18-34-year-olds ranked Mamdani first, compared to just 10% for Cuomo.
Mamdani announced he was 'cross-endorsing' with Brad Lander, a fellow progressive who was recently arrested by Ice agents while visiting an immigration court.
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