Zohran Mamdani critiques Andrew Cuomo, arguing that despite the perception of competence during COVID, Cuomo's actions were driven by self-interest and cynicism. Initial admiration for his pandemic response masked a history of political decisions that undermined labor and progressive causes. This admiration faded as sexual harassment allegations surfaced, culminating in a resignation prompted by an Attorney General's report detailing his wrongdoings. The article reflects on the disillusionment of many who idolized him, highlighting the danger of political personas that mask true intentions and actions.
"Cuomo's capacity for self-interest allowed him to put on a show of pragmatism... his apparent respect for the tenets of science earned him a reputation that was always greater than his actual performance."
"For Cuomo, the virus was a magnificent opportunity. The shock of COVID briefly eclipsed his cynicism and its consequences for the people of New York."
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