All articles tagged with #nyc mayoral primary
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Zohran Mamdani won the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo through ranked-choice voting, and will face incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and others in the general election, marking a significant political upset and a historic first as the city's first Muslim and Indian American mayor.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist and New York State assemblyman, won the Democratic primary for NYC mayor with 56% of the vote, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo, and now advances to the general election against incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and other candidates. Mamdani's victory was bolstered by strategic left-wing endorsements and effective use of ranked-choice voting, reflecting a shift in NYC's political landscape. Despite his win, he faces potential challenges related to his stance on Israel and ongoing political dynamics.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, won a surprising victory in the NYC Democratic mayoral primary, emphasizing an economic agenda focused on affordability and social justice, and suggesting this approach could serve as a blueprint for Democrats nationwide. He responded to criticism from President Trump and plans to challenge incumbent Mayor Eric Adams in the general election.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNBC
Zohran Mamdani's victory in the NYC mayoral primary alarms Wall Street, as his socialist policies and plans for higher taxes and regulation threaten corporate interests, leading to concerns about investor exodus and market impacts.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Zohran Mamdani won the New York City Democratic primary, shocking former governor Andrew Cuomo, and is set to become the city's next mayor, marking a historic milestone as potentially the first Muslim mayor of NYC. Meanwhile, in international news, Trump defended US military strikes on Iran's nuclear sites amid conflicting intelligence reports, and NATO leaders discussed increased defense spending and reaffirmed commitments to mutual defense.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Axios
Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, is on track to win the NYC Democratic mayoral primary, defeating incumbent Andrew Cuomo who conceded after leading in early votes. Mamdani's campaign focused on affordability and populist policies, and he is set to face incumbent Mayor Eric Adams in the general election.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Guardian
Zohran Mamdani, a progressive Democrat and potential first Muslim mayor of NYC, appears to be leading in the Democratic primary, with incumbent Andrew Cuomo conceding and possibly running as an independent in the general election. Mamdani's campaign gained momentum through grassroots support and progressive endorsements, challenging the establishment-backed Cuomo.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The 19th News
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist, won the Democratic nomination for New York City mayor, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo, who conceded the race. Mamdani's campaign focused on affordability and progressive policies, and he is set to be the first South Asian and Muslim mayor of NYC. The general election remains uncertain, with incumbent Mayor Eric Adams running as an independent and Cuomo considering an independent run.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
New York City’s Democratic mayoral primary is a tight race primarily between Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani, with the outcome uncertain until July 1 due to ranked-choice voting. The race has been chaotic, influenced by issues like the city’s cost-of-living crisis, political scandals, and high temperatures affecting voter turnout. Campaigns are heavily focused on voter mobilization, endorsements, and strategic alliances, with the city awaiting the final results.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by PBS
Voters in New York City and across the state are participating in municipal primaries, including a high-profile Democratic race for mayor featuring former governor Andrew Cuomo and Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani, with the primary using ranked-choice voting. Incumbent Mayor Eric Adams is running as an independent, and the results will determine the Democratic nominee, who is favored in the general election. The primaries also include races for City Council, district attorney, and other local offices, with vote counting and results expected over the coming days.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
Early voting for New York City's Democratic mayoral primary begins June 14 and runs through June 22, with Primary Day on June 24. Voters must be registered, meet eligibility requirements, and can vote in person or by mail. The primary features 11 candidates, including frontrunners Cuomo and Mamdani, with most races using ranked-choice voting. Voters should check polling locations and registration deadlines to participate.