Progressives Challenge Cuomo in NYC Primary With Rhode Island Ties
In the New York City primary race, candidates must secure over 50 percent of the vote using a ranked choice voting system, where voters can select up to five candidates. Recent Emerson College polling indicates a tightening race, with former Governor Andrew Cuomo leading until now, but progressive candidate Shahana Mamdani has gained momentum.
The winner will advance to a November election, potentially facing incumbent Mayor Eric Adams and others. Cuomo and Mamdani may still participate in the general election even if they don’t win today.
Rhode Island connections abound in this race. Former Providence Mayor Joe Paolino has significantly backed Cuomo, contributing $25,000 to Fix the City, a super PAC supporting him that has invested over $16 million. Records show he also donated $2,100 to Cuomo’s campaign earlier this year. Support for Mamdani reflects a grassroots push, with prominent Rhode Island progressives rallying behind her. State Senators Meghan Kallman and Tiara Mack, along with various local representatives and councilors, are actively engaging voters for Mamdani via a phone banking session led by progressive advocate Dan Denvir.
Overall, Mamdani’s campaign has garnered support from at least 38 small-dollar donations from Rhode Island residents, including a $25 contribution from State Representative Teresa Tanzi. The unfolding primary illustrates the ideological divides within the Democratic Party, echoing dynamics present in Rhode Island itself.
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