Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, has emerged as a frontrunner in the New York City mayoral race following his surprising victory over former Governor Andrew Cuomo in the Democratic primary. Polls indicate he leads both Cuomo and incumbent Mayor Eric Adams in hypothetical general election matchups, raising concerns among moderate Democrats about the implications of his progressive platform.
Mamdani's victory in the Democratic primary on June 24, 2025, marked a significant shift in New York City's political landscape. He defeated Cuomo with 56% of the vote, capitalizing on a fractured moderate vote. His platform includes proposals for city-run grocery stores and increased taxes on the wealthy, which have sparked debate among voters and political analysts.
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Zohran Kwame Mamdani is a Ugandan-American politician. He is the assembly member for the 36th district of the New York State Assembly. Mamdani was elected after defeating incumbent Democrat Aravella Simotas in the 2020 primary.
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Andrew Mark Cuomo is an American politician, author, and lawyer serving as the 56th and current Governor of New York since 2011. A member of the Democratic Party, he was elected to the same position his late father, Mario Cuomo, held for three terms.
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Eric Leroy Adams (born September 1, 1960) is an American politician and former police officer who has served as the 110th and current mayor of New York City since January 1, 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, Adams was an officer in the New York...
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Hakeem Sekou Jeffries is an American lawyer and Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives, representing New York's 8th congressional district in Brooklyn and Queens.
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