We interviewed the eight leading Democratic candidates for mayor about the biggest issues facing the city. Here’s what they said. Source: New York Times
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Andrew Yang and Eric Adams Rivalry Takes Center Stage After Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2021
Both candidates, who are considered front-runners, have sharpened their tone, launching attacks on each other during and after Wednesday’s debate. Source: New York Times
After a Fiery N.Y.C. Mayoral Debate, Who’s Ahead? Who Knows.
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2021
With the campaign in its homestretch, candidates took turns attacking one another, but largely failed to distinguish themselves in a crowded and still undecided race. Source: New York Times
5 Takeaways From the Second Democratic Debate for N.Y.C. Mayor
By Gotham Rex on June 3, 2021
The candidates clashed over policing, education, housing, job creation and the city’s economy. Source: New York Times
Crime and Qualifications at Issue in Heated N.Y.C. Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2021
The eight Democratic contenders jousted over the economy, education and the fundamental question of who among them was qualified to run New York City. Source: New York Times
How to Watch Tonight's Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 2, 2021
The second Democratic debate, featuring eight candidates for New York City mayor, takes place Wednesday night from 7 to 9 p.m. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race Tightens Ahead of Crucial In-Person Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2021
Democratic hopefuls sharpened attack lines as they tried to draw contrasts on critical issues like policing and the city’s economic recovery. Source: New York Times
5 Takeaways from NYC Mayor's Race: Garcia Rises, and Yang Changes His Tune
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2021
A new survey put Kathryn Garcia in the lead, shaking up the mayoral race with just weeks to go before Primary Day. Source: New York Times
Key Question in NYC Mayoral Race: Who Will Get Latino New Yorkers’ Votes?
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2021
Hispanic voters, who may account for a fifth of turnout, are considered to be up for grabs. Source: New York Times
Garcia Rises, and Yang Changes His Tune: 5 Takeaways From Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2021
A new survey put Kathryn Garcia in the lead, shaking up the mayoral race with just weeks to go before Primary Day. Source: New York Times
Key Question in N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: Who Gets the Latino Vote?
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2021
The Hispanic vote, which may account for a fifth of voter turnout, is considered to be up for grabs. Source: New York Times
How NYC Mayoral Candidates Campaigned Throughout The Rainy Holiday Weekend
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2021
Because of the downpour, candidates for New York City mayor pressed their cases to voters at churches and bars, instead of in parks and on street corners. Source: New York Times
Think Your Weekend Plans Were Ruined? Try Being a Mayoral Candidate.
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2021
Because of the downpour, candidates for New York City mayor pressed their cases to voters at churches and bars, instead of in parks and on street corners. Source: New York Times
How the Candidates for N.Y.C. Mayor Plan to Improve Transit
By Gotham Rex on May 27, 2021
Eight leading mayoral candidates share their ideas and plans for public transit. Source: New York Times
New York City Mayor’s Race Intensifies
By Gotham Rex on May 24, 2021
The temperature on the campaign trail is rising as the primary race enters its final month. Source: New York Times