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
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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
Eric Adams Endorsed by Top Bronx Leader, Giving Him Lift With Latinos
By Gotham Rex on April 25, 2021
The endorsement from Ruben Diaz Jr., the Bronx borough president, could help Mr. Adams reach Latino and Bronx voters in the New York City mayor’s race. Source: New York Times
How New York’s Mayoral Hopefuls Would Change the N.Y.P.D.
By Gotham Rex on April 23, 2021
Some candidates in the Democratic primary want to cut $1 billion or more from the police budget, while others have more moderate proposals, frustrating activists. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang, Looking for Endorsement, Offends Gay Democratic Club
By Gotham Rex on April 22, 2021
Participants described Mr. Yang’s remarks as offensive, saying that even as members of the club wanted to discuss policy issues, he mentioned gay bars. Source: New York Times
Andrew Yang Wins Endorsement from Left-Wing Rival Carlos Menchaca
By Gotham Rex on April 21, 2021
Carlos Menchaca, who bowed out of the New York City mayoral race last month, endorsed his former opponent. Source: New York Times
Teachers’ Union Backs Stringer for N.Y.C. Mayor, Giving Him a Boost
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2021
The endorsement comes at a critical time for the city comptroller, who has struggled to gain traction in the race. Source: New York Times
Yang Lands Last Place on Ballot: 5 Takeaways From the Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on April 19, 2021
The ballot order for the June 22 New York mayoral primary was decided by lottery, not alphabetical order, but Andrew Yang will still appear last. Source: New York Times
Dark Money in the New York Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on April 16, 2021
This year’s election is shaping up to be the city’s first in which super PACs play a major role. Source: New York Times
How Carolyn Maloney Has Become the New Target of NY's Ascendant Left
By Gotham Rex on April 14, 2021
Justice Democrats, a left-wing group that fueled the rise of Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, is backing Rana Abdelhamid’s primary bid. Source: New York Times
The State of the Mayoral Race in N.Y.C.
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2021
The Democratic primary that will likely determine the next mayor is fast approaching, and the race is heating up among top contenders. Source: New York Times
Who Will ‘Vax Daddy’ Endorse? 5 Takeaways From N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race
By Gotham Rex on April 12, 2021
Candidates vied for the backing of the influential teachers’ union and other players, and one contender made a journey to Minneapolis. Source: New York Times
10 Weeks to the Finish Line: The N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race Heats Up
By Gotham Rex on April 11, 2021
With the primary weeks away, candidates are sharpening their attacks, ramping up in-person events and preparing to spend the millions of dollars that they have stockpiled. Source: New York Times
‘Sense of Disappointment’ on the Left as the N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race Unfolds
By Gotham Rex on April 10, 2021
Even as New York has veered toward the left, two more-moderate candidates, Andrew Yang and Eric Adams, lead the mayoral race. Source: New York Times