Inside Mamdani's Triumph and Cuomo's Humiliation
Briefly

Zohran Mamdani achieved a sweeping victory in the Democratic primary for mayor, winning across various neighborhoods in New York City, including unexpected areas like the Financial District and conservative-leaning neighborhoods. His campaign signified a potential realignment in voter preferences, with supporters noting that they had 'won everywhere.' In contrast, Andrew Cuomo's election night was characterized by low morale among his aides who worried about the implications of Mamdani's growing popularity, indicating a major shift that could redefine local political dynamics.
A neighborhood realignment occurred, leading to Mamdani's victory everywhere, even in traditionally conservative areas, demonstrating a significant shift in voter sentiments.
Cuomo's campaign was marked by a surprising lack of confidence, as aides speculated on how large a margin would be needed for him to claim a mandate.
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