NYC, Mamdani and Poll Position
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New York native Michael Rapaport called mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani "Zohran the Moron" and vows to remain in the city if the democratic socialist wins.
Left-wing challengers to sitting Democratic mayors are shaking up at least four major races this year, tapping into exploding anger at the party's establishment leaders. Why it matters: The races will offer early clues into the mood of progressive voters and the direction of the Democratic Party ahead of the midterms and the 2028 election.
The rebuke arrives at a pivotal moment not just for Mamdani's campaign, but as Democrats nationwide wrestle with internal divisions over Israel policy.
In a highly polarized race, though, endorsements may have limited impacts. And there’s often a question of whether something that sounds like a stamp of approval really is a full-throated endorsement.
Jim Walden says the independent candidates running for mayor of NYC should agree to drop out unless they're leading in the polls come September.
The business community in New York City is scrambling to figure out who to support in November's mayoral race, with many leaders saying either Andrew Cuomo or Mayor Eric Adams needs to drop out for the other to have a chance against surprise Democratic primary winner Zohran Mamdani.
The NY Young Republican Club urges Congress to disqualify Zohran Mamdani from the mayoral race over alleged ties to US enemies.