Zohran Mamdani won New York City's Democratic mayoral primary, defeating Andrew Cuomo by 12 percentage points according to the latest vote count. He expressed gratitude for the support received, emphasizing a vision for a more affordable city and inclusive politics. Mamdani will proceed to face competitors like incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and independent candidate Jim Walden in the general election. Meanwhile, Cuomo has conceded defeat but is considering his options for participating in the upcoming general election as an independent candidate.
"Last Tuesday, Democrats spoke in a clear voice, delivering a mandate for an affordable city, a politics of the future, and a leader unafraid to fight back against rising authoritarianism."
"Cuomo conceded defeat just hours after the polls closed last week but is contemplating whether to run in the general election on an independent ballot line."
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