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25-06-2025
New York state Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani was on the brink of a stunning Democratic primary win for New York City mayor after his top challenger, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, conceded the race, and Cuomo subsequently called Mamdani.
25-06-2025
New York State assemblyman Zohran Mamdani declared victory in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, with Andrew Cuomo conceding the race. According to CNN's projection, Mamdani is poised to win but may not garner 50% of the vote, meaning the outcome will be decided by ranked-choice votes, with his campaign focusing on affordability.
25-06-2025
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old self-described socialist and state lawmaker, has won the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City. He ran on a platform of tackling the cost of living crisis with policies including free buses, free childcare, and new apartments, to be paid for by new taxes on the rich. Mamdani's victory is seen as a shock result, defeating former New York governor Andrew Cuomo, who had been considered the front-runner due to his experience. Mamdani has the support of progressive figures such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders, but has faced criticism for lacking experience.
25-06-2025
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Queens assemblyman and democratic socialist, won the NYC Democratic mayoral primary in a stunning upset, defeating former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Mamdani secured 43.51% of the vote in the first round of ranked-choice voting, ahead of Cuomo's 36.42%. Cuomo conceded the primary, praising Mamdani's grassroots campaign, and hinted he may not run in the November general election as an independent. Mamdani's campaign focused on affordability, proposing freebies and tax hikes on billionaires and businesses. The outcome signals the rising power of the Democrats' progressive wing and could have significant implications beyond New York City. Mamdani is expected to face incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa, and potentially Cuomo in the general election.
25-06-2025
Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City, but is not a prohibitive favorite to win the general election. Despite his energetic campaign, the author believes a Mayor Mamdani would be a disaster for the city. Andrew Cuomo's loss in the primary was expected, and he should drop out of the general election. The author thinks that if Mamdani faces a credible opponent, such as Mayor Eric Adams or GOP nominee Curtis Sliwa, a majority of voters may agree that Mamdani is not the right choice, and the city may avoid having a mayor with a "vision of unicorns, rainbows and the fantasies of the privileged progressive elite."
25-06-2025
Zohran Mamdani, a 34-year-old state legislator, is poised to become the Democratic Party's nominee for New York City mayor. Despite being relatively unknown last fall, Mamdani has bested more experienced candidates by focusing on the struggles of working-class New Yorkers, particularly with regards to affordability and housing. Mamdani, a democratic socialist and member of the Democratic Socialists of America, has introduced around 20 bills in Albany, but only three have become law. He has been a vocal critic of the Israeli government's treatment of Palestinians and has faced controversy over his views on Israel and Gaza. If elected, Mamdani would be the city's youngest leader since 1917 and its first Muslim mayor. He has successfully used social media to connect with voters and promote his policies, including making city buses free and freezing rent on stabilized apartments. Mamdani's campaign has resonated with progressive voters and highlighted the city's affordability crisis, with simple and straightforward policy solutions that have appealed to New Yorkers.
25-06-2025
A watch party for former Gov. Andrew Cuomo's mayoral campaign in Manhattan was subdued as results indicated he was losing to Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani. Cuomo took the stage around 10:20 p.m. and conceded the race to Mamdani, telling supporters that "tonight was Assemblyman Mamdani's night." Despite initial optimism from supporters, including state Senator Jessica Ramos, who had endorsed Cuomo, the crowd's mood remained downbeat as the results became clear.
25-06-2025
The Democratic Party is reeling after Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, won the New York City Democratic primary for mayor, defeating former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Mamdani's campaign focused on affordability and the rising cost of living, resonating with voters across diverse neighborhoods. His progressive agenda and views on the Middle East, including describing Israel's actions in Gaza as genocide, may challenge the party's orthodoxy and unnerve national leaders. Democratic strategists are divided on whether to embrace Mamdani as a next-generation leader or distance themselves from his ideas to court moderate voters. The outcome may impact the party's future direction and its ability to win over young voters and minority groups in the 2026 and 2028 elections.
25-06-2025
Zohran Mamdani, the presumptive winner of the Democratic primary for mayor of New York City, delivered a victory speech promising to lift up the city's working class and serve as a model for the future of his party. He vowed to stop ICE deportations, make buses "fast and free," and freeze rent on regulated units, saying "a life of dignity should not be reserved for a fortunate few." Mamdani's victory represents a rebuke of the Democratic Party establishment and business interests, which largely backed Andrew Cuomo. Mamdani's campaign has energized a new Democratic coalition prioritizing the working class, with a large cohort of young volunteers mobilized through social media. However, he still faces challenges in the November general election against Eric Adams and potentially Andrew Cuomo, as well as steep hurdles in implementing his proposals, including tax increases that would require support from Gov. Kathy Hochul.
25-06-2025
Zohran Mamdani's strong performance in the Democratic mayoral primary is a significant moment for Muslim New Yorkers, who could see one of their own lead City Hall if he wins the general election. Mamdani wove his faith into his campaign, visiting mosques and community centers, and built a diverse coalition of voters. His success was driven by young people, people of color, and first-time voters, with Muslim voters playing a key role. Mamdani used his faith to address allegations of antisemitism and vowed not to abandon his beliefs or commitments to fighting for human rights. His win was celebrated by prominent Muslim leaders, who saw it as a victory for justice and called for protection for him and his family.
