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Politico
16 hours ago
- Politics
- Politico
Zohran Mamdani leads general election poll for NYC mayor
The multimodal survey of 1,036 registered New York City voters was conducted between July 2-6 and has a margin of error of plus or minus 4.2 percentage points. It comes as Cuomo weighs whether to mount a serious campaign on his independent 'Fight and Deliver' line — and while the former governor and the current mayor publicly bicker and call on the other one to drop out in order to best consolidate opposition to Mamdani. Adams in particular is in a bad spot. His net approval rating is at -34, with 28 percent of respondents expressing a favorable view and 62 percent unfavorable. By comparison, Mamdani is at +4 and Cuomo is at -2. Adams trails Mamdani among every single subset of voters except one: Republicans, where Adams picks up 26 percent to Mamdani's 7 percent. Sliwa leads among Republicans however, with 43 percent, while Cuomo gets 16 percent. Adams, who is Black, even trails both Mamdani and Cuomo among Black voters. Mamdani leads with 35 percent, followed by Cuomo at 32, Adams at 14 and Sliwa at 3. 'Let's not forget: just weeks ago, Andrew Cuomo was ahead in multiple polls and then went on to lose the primary by double digits,' Adams campaign spokesperson Todd Shapiro said in a statement. 'Real New Yorkers' are 'only now tuning in,' he added, 'and voters will choose progress over extremism every time.' Mamdani won the Democratic primary 56-44 over Cuomo in the final round of ranked choice voting. He's been working to consolidate Democratic Party support for the general election in a city where registered Democrats outnumber Republicans 6-to-1 and unaffiliated voters 3-to-1. Other polls conducted after the June 23 primary have found similar results for the general election. A pro-Adams poll from Gotham Polling & Analytics found Mamdani with 41 percent, followed by Cuomo at 26, Adams at 16 and Sliwa at 10 percent, the New York Post reported. And an American Pulse poll found Mamdani at 35 percent, Cuomo at 29, Sliwa at 16 and Adams at 14.
Miami Herald
3 days ago
- Politics
- Miami Herald
Zohran Mamdani Gets Major Polling Boost in New York Mayoral Race
Zohran Mamdani is leading other candidates by double-digits in New York City's mayoral race, according to a new poll from Gotham Polling & Analytics. Newsweek has contacted Mamdani's campaign for comment via email outside regular business hours. Incumbent mayor Eric Adams' campaign and a spokesperson for former governor Andrew Cuomo have also been contacted for comment via email, Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, won New York City's Democratic mayoral primary last month in a stunning upset for Andrew Cuomo, after running an energetic campaign focused on lowering the cost of living. He has promised free city buses, free child care, a rent freeze for people living in rent-stabilized apartments, government-run grocery stores and more, all paid for with taxes on the wealthy. Cuomo, the former governor who is seeking a political comeback from the sexual harassment that led to his resignation in 2021, conceded defeat on the night of the primary, but is weighing whether to mount a campaign as an independent candidate. The general election field also includes incumbent New York City mayor Eric Adams, who said he would run as an independent rather than seek the Democratic nomination again following backlash over his indictment on federal corruption charges. The case has been dismissed, and Adams has denied wrongdoing. The field also includes independent candidate Jim Walden and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Mamdani is leading with 41 percent, followed by 26 percent for Cuomo and just 16 percent for Adams, according to the survey by Gotham Polling & Analytics, first reported by the New York Post. Sliwa had just under 10 percent of support. The poll surveyed just over 1,000 voters between June 30 and July 2. According to the Post, the survey was aimed at drumming up support for Adams' reelection bid and was "heavily skewed when surveying voters to try to boost Adams' numbers and tarnish others." Still, both Cuomo and Adams' numbers appear to be dragged down by their scandals. More than half—51 percent of voters—said they would never vote for Adams, while 39 percent said the same about Cuomo. Some 46 percent said the same for Mamdani. Stephen Graves, of Gotham Polling & Analytics, told the Post: "If both [Cuomo and Adams] are in the race anywhere near the election, Mamdani can go pick out drapes for Gracie Mansion. "If [Adams or Cuomo] drops out, [the other has] a chance, but based on this, Cuomo has the better chance." Adams' campaign spokesman Todd Shapiro told the Post: "Let's be clear: Andrew Cuomo spent nearly $30 million in the primary and was soundly rejected by voters. If all that money and national attention translates to just a two-point lead in one early poll, that's not a show of strength—it's a ceiling. "Meanwhile, Mayor Adams is just beginning to campaign, and as more voters hear his message and see the facts, that gap will close and the momentum will shift decisively." Cuomo spokesperson Rich Azzopardi told The Associated Press last week: "We'll be continuing conversations with people from all across the city while determining next steps." Mamdani said on X last week: "I am humbled by the support of more than 545,000 New Yorkers in last week's primary. This is just the beginning of out expanding coalition to make New York City affordable. And we will do it together." Voters will go to the polls to decide the city's next mayor on November 4. Related Articles New York Times Responds After Zohran Mamdani Story Stirs Liberal BacklashZohran Mamdani's Chances of Beating Cuomo, Adams in NYC Race: PollZohran Mamdani Could Be Vulnerable in General Election, Nate Silver SaysZohran Mamdani Responds to Donald Trump Deportation Threat 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Newsweek
3 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Zohran Mamdani Gets Major Polling Boost in New York Mayoral Race
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Zohran Mamdani is leading other candidates by double-digits in New York City's mayoral race, according to a new poll from Gotham Polling & Analytics. Newsweek has contacted Mamdani's campaign for comment via email outside regular business hours. Incumbent mayor Eric Adams' campaign and a spokesperson for former governor Andrew Cuomo have also been contacted for comment via email, Why It Matters Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, won New York City's Democratic mayoral primary last month in a stunning upset for Andrew Cuomo, after running an energetic campaign focused on lowering the cost of living. He has promised free city buses, free child care, a rent freeze for people living in rent-stabilized apartments, government-run grocery stores and more, all paid for with taxes on the wealthy. Cuomo, the former governor who is seeking a political comeback from the sexual harassment that led to his resignation in 2021, conceded defeat on the night of the primary, but is weighing whether to mount a campaign as an independent candidate. The general election field also includes incumbent New York City mayor Eric Adams, who said he would run as an independent rather than seek the Democratic nomination again following backlash over his indictment on federal corruption charges. The case has been dismissed, and Adams has denied wrongdoing. The field also includes independent candidate Jim Walden and Republican Curtis Sliwa. Zohran Mamdani, Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, speaks during a press conference celebrating his primary victory with leaders and members of the city's labor unions on July 2, 2025 in New York. Zohran Mamdani, Democratic candidate for New York City mayor, speaks during a press conference celebrating his primary victory with leaders and members of the city's labor unions on July 2, 2025 in New York. Angela Weiss/AFP via Getty Images What To Know Mamdani is leading with 41 percent, followed by 26 percent for Cuomo and just 16 percent for Adams, according to the survey by Gotham Polling & Analytics, first reported by the New York Post. Sliwa had just under 10 percent of support. The poll surveyed just over 1,000 voters between June 30 and July 2. According to the Post, the survey was aimed at drumming up support for Adams' reelection bid and was "heavily skewed when surveying voters to try to boost Adams' numbers and tarnish others." Still, both Cuomo and Adams' numbers appear to be dragged down by their scandals. More than half—51 percent of voters—said they would never vote for Adams, while 39 percent said the same about Cuomo. Some 46 percent said the same for Mamdani. What People Are Saying Stephen Graves, of Gotham Polling & Analytics, told the Post: "If both [Cuomo and Adams] are in the race anywhere near the election, Mamdani can go pick out drapes for Gracie Mansion. "If [Adams or Cuomo] drops out, [the other has] a chance, but based on this, Cuomo has the better chance." Adams' campaign spokesman Todd Shapiro told the Post: "Let's be clear: Andrew Cuomo spent nearly $30 million in the primary and was soundly rejected by voters. If all that money and national attention translates to just a two-point lead in one early poll, that's not a show of strength—it's a ceiling. "Meanwhile, Mayor Adams is just beginning to campaign, and as more voters hear his message and see the facts, that gap will close and the momentum will shift decisively." Cuomo spokesperson Rich Azzopardi told The Associated Press last week: "We'll be continuing conversations with people from all across the city while determining next steps." Mamdani said on X last week: "I am humbled by the support of more than 545,000 New Yorkers in last week's primary. This is just the beginning of out expanding coalition to make New York City affordable. And we will do it together." What's Next Voters will go to the polls to decide the city's next mayor on November 4.
New York Post
5 days ago
- Business
- New York Post
New pro-Adams poll still has NYC mayor trailing Cuomo by double digits
A stunning poll aimed at drumming up support for Mayor Eric Adams' re-election bid still has the incumbent trailing ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo by double digits as the pair jockey to take on socialist Zohran Mamdani. Mamdani, the 33-year-old Queens state assemblyman who shockingly trounced Cuomo in the Dem primary last month, leads the ex-gov and Adams by double-digits himself with 41% of the vote in a theoretical general election — while Cuomo garners 26%, and Hizzoner takes home 16%, the survey said. Both Cuomo and Adams are still listed as running as independents in November. Advertisement 3 A new poll shows support for Mayor Eric Adams' re-election bid still trails behind ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Zohran Mamdani by double digits. Gabriella Bass 'If both [Cuomo and Adams] are in the race anywhere near the election, Mamdani can go pick out drapes for Gracie Mansion,' said Stephen Graves of Gotham Polling & Analytics. 'It's surprising.' Advertisement The poll surveyed a little more than 1,000 voters between June 30 and July 2 — just days after Adams formally kicked off his reelection bid on an independent line and the stunning Democratic primary win for Mamdani. The primary upset has left moderate Dems and those in the business community scrambling to figure out which of the remaining moderate candidates they can line up behind to challenge the upstart socialist. Adams and Cuomo have both been making their cases to prominent New Yorkers that they are the only one who can take down Mamdani. On Thursday morning, Adams nabbed the support of billionaire Bill Ackman, who urged Cuomo to drop out. Advertisement A day earlier, Rev. Al Sharpton made a similar call telling Cuomo to throw in the towel. 3 Mamdani leads Cuomo and Adams by double-digits himself with 41% of the vote in a theoretical general election. Getty Images But even with the new poll being heavily skewed when surveying voters to try to help boost Adams' numbers and tarnish others, the mayor failed to garner much support, much to the chagrin of his campaign. One of the questions read, 'Some people believe Andrew Cuomo's re-entry into politics shows strength and experience, while others believe it reflects old political habits and unresolved controversies. Which comes closest to your view?' Advertisement Another asked the potential voter if they were 'concerned' about Mamdani for various reasons, such as his 'too extreme' policies, support for defunding the police, lack of experience or his 'focus on symbolic or foreign issues, not local problems.' Graves pointed out that Mamdani largely benefits from the fractured moderate vote split among Adams and Cuomo, as well as GOP nominee Curtis Sliwa, who came in with just under 10% of support. 'If [Adams or Cuomo] drops out, [the other has] a chance, but based on this, Cuomo has the better chance,' Graves said, highlighting Adams' high levels of hard-no voters. 3 Cuomo received only 26% of the vote, while Mayor Adams only got 16% of the vote, as both mayoral candidates are running as independents in November. Matthew McDermott According to the poll, 51% of voters said they would never vote for Adams, while Cuomo came in 12% lower at 39. Around 46% of voters fell into the never-Mamdani category. Adams and Cuomo head into the general with years of political baggage, with the mayor's first term being dominated by federal raids of his top officials and a historic indictment. The ex-governor resigned in 2021 in disgrace amid a series of sexual harassment allegations and fallout from the controversial COVID response. Advertisement Keep up with today's most important news Stay up on the very latest with Evening Update. Thanks for signing up! Enter your email address Please provide a valid email address. By clicking above you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Never miss a story. Check out more newsletters Both have vigorously denied any wrongdoing, but the scandals have repeatedly shown in the polls to drag each of their numbers down. Adams' campaign spokesman, Todd Shapiro, slammed the survey. 'The Adams campaign will be bringing over one million new voters to the polls, many of whom will be voting for the first time,' Shapiro claimed. Advertisement 'These are real New Yorkers — working families, first-time voters, and everyday residents from across the five boroughs — who are energized by the results they've seen under Mayor Adams.' 'Let's be clear: Andrew Cuomo spent nearly $30 million in the primary and was soundly rejected by voters,' Shapiro said. 'If all that money and national attention translates to just a two-point lead in one early poll, that's not a show of strength — it's a ceiling.' Advertisement 'Meanwhile, Mayor Adams is just beginning to campaign, and as more voters hear his message and see the facts, that gap will close and the momentum will shift decisively.' 'Mayor Adams is focused on what matters: lower crime, more jobs, and a stronger, safer New York City. And with over one million new voters backing that vision, Eric Adams will win — because New Yorkers believe in progress, not politics.'
Yahoo
08-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Cuomo seeks to woo centrists in NYC mayor's race
Andrew Cuomo is aiming to supplant New York City Mayor Eric Adams (D) as the top centrist candidate in the city's upcoming election, appealing to voter concerns about crime and stressing his leadership bona fides as Adams finds himself mired in controversy. Cuomo finally entered the mayor's race a week ago after months of build-up and immediately jumped in front of the pack as the early frontrunner. Many other candidates have been in the race for months but have mostly stayed in single or low double digits in polling. The former governor of New York, Cuomo has focused his messaging on his ability to get things done at a time when New York City voters have expressed anxiety about the quality of living and outrage at allegations that Adams engaged in a quid pro quo with the Trump administration over immigration. 'It's not just this big grand vision,' said Democratic strategist Jon Reinish, who is supporting Cuomo. 'It's also 'I am capable and know how to pull the levers of government, involve the private sector, incentivize the private sector to achieve a result that answers a crisis that New Yorkers are experiencing.'' Cuomo declared as he launched his political comeback attempt that the city is in 'crisis' and needs 'effective leadership' to ensure that government works. And he's remained steady in that message as he's methodically rolled out his campaign over the past week. He started his campaign with a 17-and-a-half-minute video detailing his political experience, previously overseeing the New York City Homeless Commission and serving as secretary of Housing and Urban Development, state attorney general and governor. He touted raising the minimum wage, adding gun control laws, being a leader in approving same-sex marriage, protecting abortion rights and executing numerous major infrastructure projects. Reinish said Cuomo reminding people of his record could make a difference, getting them to recall his successes as governor for more than a decade. While Cuomo has developed a reputation as a moderate, he used the word 'progressive' to describe his past accomplishments and referenced it more than a half dozen other times in the video. But analysts have said the race will likely be mostly about who can prove themselves an effective leader who can accomplish their goals and keep the city safe, and at least one poll suggests this dynamic could give Cuomo an advantage. The poll from Gotham Polling & Analytics released last month showed Cuomo clearly leading in the first round of a ranked-choice voting matchup and pulling out a win in the final round with 51 percent to city Comptroller Brad Lander's 31 percent and state Assembly member Zohran Mamdani's 18 percent. The top three qualities that respondents said they wanted in a mayor were strong ethical standards, the ability to manage complex crises and proven leadership experience. A majority said they view Cuomo as a tough leader who can get things done or someone who handled the COVID-19 pandemic and rebuilt infrastructure. Cuomo's best performance came with those 50 and older, and those are also the ones who said they cared the most about public safety and are the most likely to turn out in the primary, said Stephen Graves, the president of Gotham Polling. 'These things are surely known to the Cuomo campaign,' he said. 'This is certainly not his first time in politics, but this is clear that he's going to focus on those issues.' The Hill has reached out to Cuomo's campaign for comment. The state of crime in New York is complicated, with mixed statistics telling the story of some positive and negative trends. Adams has sought to emphasize the successes, but he, Cuomo and other candidates have widely acknowledged a feeling of fear of crime in the city. While the candidates have recognized that fear, they've taken different approaches on how to address it. Mamdani and state Sen. Jessica Ramos, who are running on more left-wing platforms, have called for scaling back the role of the police and finding alternatives in certain instances. State Sen. Zellnor Myrie, former Comptroller Scott Stringer and Lander all previously leaned more to the left on policing and criminal justice, with Stringer and Lander expressing support for cutting police funding in 2020. That leaves Adams and Cuomo in the more consistently moderate lane and potentially competing for the same types of voters, but with Adams facing the major stumbling block of ethical questions and concerns about his independence from Trump. 'Eric Adams was the kind of one guy who had rejected ['defund the police'] from day one,' said one New York Democrat. 'He did appeal to moderates, and he appealed, obviously, to the Black and brown communities, but in terms of the actual message and what people were offering… 2021 is nothing like 2025.' The Democrat noted that many officials who have endorsed Cuomo, including former state Comptroller Carl McCall, Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-N.Y.) and former Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., are Black or brown. These were communities that were key parts of Adams's victory four years ago. They said Cuomo also benefits from his charisma, giving a feeling that he's the candidate to 'shake up' the system even if other candidates have some similar proposals to him. Without him in the race, none of the other candidates against Adams have broken through yet months after they entered. 'People often have a very strong opinion about him,' they said. 'But what's interesting is… sometimes it's beyond the for-or-against, it's people that just simply know him. I cannot tell you how many times I've heard people say, he's a real asshole, but I think that's what we need.' But pollsters warn that even with polls showing him clearly in front, he still must find ways to make gains to clinch the win, which may be difficult. Mary Snow, an assistant director of the Quinnipiac University Poll, noted that although Cuomo led by 20 points over his closest competitor in a poll released Wednesday, the 16 percent who said they're undecided could still swing the race. 'That really indicates that there is opportunity for candidates to grow their support,' she said. 'And the big question is, how is that going to factor into the race? This primary is just a little more than three months away, so it's not a ton of time.' Graves said Cuomo's goal should be to at least 'soften' some negative feelings about him to get more voters to be willing to place him as their second or third choice in ranked-choice voting. While Cuomo has a big lead in the first round in the Gotham poll, he sees a big drop in how many named him as their second choice. 'If you can't get them to vote for you as the first, if you can at least get them to put you on as second, that's almost as good,' he said. And Cuomo may be dogged by continuing questions about the controversies that led to his resignation as governor, including his handling of nursing homes during the pandemic and several accusations of sexual misconduct against him, which he has consistently denied. He appeared to acknowledge 'mistakes' during his campaign launch and said he has learned from them and hopes to show he is a better person because of it. He then steered his statement back toward his competency. 'But I promise you this, I know what needs to be done and I know how to do it, and I will give it my all to get the job done — and it will get done,' he said. Reinish said Cuomo's focus should be on his record and his vision, but he should be prepared for the questions he'll face. 'There are questions that people still have, and you answer them calmly, thoughtfully and carefully, and I believe that's exactly what he's going to do,' he said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
