Emerson: Mamdani Holds 25-Point Lead Over Cuomo in NYC Mayoral Race

In a significant shift, Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist, surges ahead in the New York City mayoral race, leading by a substantial margin just days before Election Day. With 50% support among likely voters, Mamdani outpaces former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who lags at 25%. The poll also shows Mamdani's growing popularity among Black voters, with his support rising from 50% to 71%. If the polls hold, Mamdani's historic win would make him New York's first Muslim and immigrant mayor, and the youngest in over a century. His progressive platform, endorsed by leaders like Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, has generated excitement among liberal voters, while Cuomo's efforts to paint Mamdani's agenda as too radical have fallen flat. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.