In the lead-up to the New York City mayoral race, candidates like Jessica Ramos, Zellnor Myrie, and Zohran Mamdani, all serving as state lawmakers, face the dual challenge of competing for the mayoral position while fulfilling their legislative responsibilities. The recent mayoral forum saw Ramos arriving late due to a lengthened budget hearing in Albany, emphasizing the logistical hurdles candidates encounter. The strenuous commute adds complexity to their campaigns and raises concerns about balancing their political roles with the demand of running for office.
"It is rare for state lawmakers to run for New York City mayor. But this year, the crowded field of candidates in the Democratic primary includes three: Ms. Ramos, State Senator Zellnor Myrie of Brooklyn and State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani of Queens."
"A budget hearing in Albany had run long, and the train back to Manhattan was slow. About 45 minutes into the forum, she sat down beside her fellow candidates."
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