Eric Adams and Andrew Yang, among the front-runners in the New York City mayor’s race, said the shooting underlined the importance of public safety. Source: New York Times
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‘No Doubt in My Mind’: Scott Stringer’s Accuser Details Harassment Claims
By Gotham Rex on May 9, 2021
Jean Kim said in an interview that Mr. Stringer, a Democratic candidate for mayor, had abused a position of power to make unwanted advances. He has denied her allegations. Source: New York Times
Eric Adams, N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidate, Has Something to Prove
By Gotham Rex on May 7, 2021
Mr. Adams is a top fund-raiser in the New York City mayoral race, with key endorsements and strong polling, but he still faces questions about his preparedness for the job. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang's Campaign Is Guided by a Wealthy Lobbyist
By Gotham Rex on May 6, 2021
Andrew Yang’s relationship with Bradley Tusk, a tech investor, has raised concerns about conflicts of interest if he is elected. Source: New York Times
How the Mayoral Candidates Plan to Help New York Rebound
By Gotham Rex on May 3, 2021
The current mayor’s hoped-for July 1 reopening falls a week after the June 22 Democratic primary, which will likely decide the next mayor. Source: New York Times
Sexual Harassment Allegations Roil N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: 5 Takeaways
By Gotham Rex on May 3, 2021
Scott Stringer, the city comptroller, has faced criticism for his aggressive defense against accusations from a former campaign worker. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang Promised to Create 100,000 Jobs. He Ended Up With 150.
By Gotham Rex on May 1, 2021
Mr. Yang is running for mayor of New York City as a bold thinker and entrepreneur. But his results have been uneven. Source: New York Times
As New York City Reopens, Its Recovery Will Hinge on the Next Mayor
By Gotham Rex on May 1, 2021
The Democratic candidates are making radically different bets about the mood and priorities of New Yorkers as the city moves toward reopening after the pandemic. Source: New York Times
Stringer, Facing Sexual Harassment Accusation, Loses Key Endorsements
By Gotham Rex on April 30, 2021
The Working Families Party, a major left-leaning institution, and several lawmakers withdrew their backing of Scott Stringer for mayor of New York City. Source: New York Times
Where Is the New York Mayor’s Race Headed?
By Gotham Rex on April 30, 2021
Andrew Yang is leading. Scott Stringer is under a cloud. Their rivals are jostling for a boost of momentum. Source: New York Times
Scott Stringer Faces Sexual Assault Allegations
By Gotham Rex on April 29, 2021
A woman who worked on a campaign decades ago with Scott M. Stringer, the comptroller, said she had feared retribution if she spoke out. Source: New York Times
Sexual Assault Allegation Against Scott Stringer Upends Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on April 29, 2021
All three major female Democratic candidates for mayor have called on Scott Stringer, who has denied the allegation, to drop out of the primary contest. Source: New York Times
Scott Stringer Is Accused of Sexual Assault
By Gotham Rex on April 28, 2021
Jean Kim said Mr. Stringer assaulted her when she worked on his campaign 20 years ago and warned her not to tell anyone. He denied the allegation. Source: New York Times
The Biggest Mayor’s Race in Years? New Yorkers’ Minds Are Elsewhere.
By Gotham Rex on April 27, 2021
Two months before the Democratic primary for mayor, arguably the most consequential New York City election in decades, voters have other things on their minds. Source: New York Times
Women’s Groups Back Wiley, and McGuire Shows His Worth
By Gotham Rex on April 26, 2021
The New York City mayor’s race has eight weeks to go before the June 22 primary, and endorsements and donations are beginning to help it take shape. Source: New York Times