New York's VCs are opening their wallets to elect Cuomo. Here's the data to prove it.

"Our review found that 58 workers donated a total of $569,000 to either of the two candidates or their respective political action committees. About 94% of the money went to Cuomo's campaign and allied groups; Mamdani and related entities drew under 6%. Put another way, 94 cents of every dollar - about a 16-to-1 split - went to elect Cuomo."

"Erica Wenger, an emerging fund manager in New York, said she helped organize the event and plans to vote for Cuomo. "For me, it comes down to values and pragmatism," Wenger wrote in a text. "I want leaders who can grow New York's economy and keep our city safe for everyone." She said she's "concerned" that some of Mamdani's rhetoric and policy plans could stifle the city's entrepreneurial streak."

Venture capital employees in New York have concentrated donations around Andrew Cuomo during the mayoral contest, with 58 workers giving a combined $569,000. Roughly 94% of those contributions flowed to Cuomo and allied groups, leaving under 6% for Zohran Mamdani. Donor data are incomplete because individuals can omit employer information, so some investors may be uncounted. Mamdani leads in some polls while campaigning on free city buses, rent freezes, and millionaire tax increases. Some tech and business voters expressed concern that Mamdani's proposals could hinder entrepreneurship, and local fundraising events showed visible support for Cuomo.

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