As the reelection prospects of Mayor Eric Adams wane and former governor Andrew Cuomo contemplates a comeback, political insiders are rallying around City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams to run for mayor. Despite her apparent disinterest in seeking the office, influential figures like state Attorney General Letitia James are advocating for her candidacy. Those in favor believe Adams could provide a formidable challenge to Cuomo, particularly as she represents a significant Black voter base. The Council Speaker's office remains non-committal about her potential run.
Among those pushing Adams to run are state Attorney General Letitia James and leaders of the city’s largest municipal union, District Council 37.
Those trying to recruit the speaker to enter the race view her as someone who could stand in the way of Cuomo dominating the current mayoral field.
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