The Democratic mayoral primary candidates are set to discuss immigration issues at a forum hosted by the New York Immigration Coalition, although frontrunner Andrew Cuomo will not be present. Cuomo's repeated absences have drawn criticism from opponents who believe it's a sign of fear to engage with voters. He continues to lead polling numbers despite neglecting public forums, raising questions about the relationship between public engagement and voter support. The event includes candidates like Zohran Mamdani and Jessica Ramos, who are highlighting various responses to the Trump administration's immigration policies.
Cuomo has chosen to skip critical forums where immigration and public safety are discussed, raising concerns about accountability and engagement with voters.
State Sen. Jessica Ramos criticized Cuomo’s absences from forums, emphasizing the importance of answering to the people and being held accountable.
Despite his absence at forums, Cuomo continues to lead the polls against his opponents, indicating a disconnect between voter engagement and poll performance.
The immigration forum at the CUNY School highlighted candidates’ different approaches to Trump’s policies on illegal migrants, a crucial topic in the mayoral race.
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