Curtis Sliwa, the founder of the Guardian Angels, and Fernando Mateo, a restaurateur, yelled at each other repeatedly during the free-wheeling virtual debate. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Primaries and Caucuses”
Who’s Winning the New York Mayor’s Race? Even Pollsters Are Confused.
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2021
The city’s new system of ranked-choice voting, along with a crowded field of Democrats, has complicated efforts to do comprehensive voter surveys. Source: New York Times
How Andrew Yang Won Over Ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2021
A slew of influential Jewish leaders endorsed Mr. Yang, motivated by one overriding issue: “Yeshivas, yeshivas, yeshivas.” Source: New York Times
Maya Wiley Has ‘50 Ideas’ and One Goal: To Make History as Mayor
By Gotham Rex on May 19, 2021
Ms. Wiley has unveiled an array of policies to fight inequality as she seeks to become the first woman elected mayor of New York. Can she break out of the pack? Source: New York Times
Maya Wiley Lands Major Endorsement From Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
By Gotham Rex on May 16, 2021
Mr. Jeffries, New York’s top House Democrat, said he intended to engage in significant efforts on Ms. Wiley’s behalf, including making campaign appearances with her. Source: New York Times
Candidates Clash Over Future of New York in First Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 13, 2021
The eight Democrats competing to win the June 22 primary presented divergent views on how to lead the city in a sometimes acerbic debate. Source: New York Times
Crime and Controversy: Candidates Prepare to Face Off in Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 12, 2021
The two-hour debate is unfolding in a moment of economic uncertainty for New York City, and against a backdrop of a spike in gun violence. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Prepare to Face Off in Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 12, 2021
The two-hour debate is unfolding in a moment of economic uncertainty for New York City, and against a backdrop of a spike in gun violence. Source: New York Times
Shootings and Subway Attacks Put Crime at Center of N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on May 11, 2021
Rising concerns over crime have led candidates to issue strong appeals for public safety, less than a year after the city was under pressure to defund the police. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang's Endorsement from Rep. Grace Meng Shows Momentum With Key Voting Bloc
By Gotham Rex on May 10, 2021
The former presidential candidate won a major endorsement in the New York City mayor’s race from Rep. Grace Meng, a top Asian-American leader in Queens. Source: New York Times
Who’s the ‘Comeback’ Candidate? 5 Takeaways From the Mayor’s Race.
By Gotham Rex on May 10, 2021
Two leading candidates wanted to hold a huge party to celebrate New York City’s revival from the pandemic. 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
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