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Cuomo Leads Adams in Race for Orthodox Jewish Votes

2/25/2025

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Adams and Cuomo Court

As the New York City mayoral race heats up, Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo are fiercely courting the influential Orthodox Jewish community. Recent polls reveal Cuomo in the lead with 38%, while Adams lags behind at 10%. With the primary election approaching on June 24, the stakes are high, and every vote could sway the outcome.

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Torres Backs Cuomo

Rep. Ritchie Torres has thrown his support behind former Gov. Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor, praising his competence and courage. Torres slammed current Mayor Eric Adams as ineffective and raised alarms about Democratic Socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani. With Cuomo poised to announce his candidacy, he’s rallying strong backing from working-class voters ahead of the June 24 primary.

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Historical Context

The New York City mayoral race highlights the growing political significance of the Orthodox Jewish community, which has historically wielded substantial influence through bloc voting. This trend intensified post-World War II as Orthodox populations surged, particularly in Brooklyn. Candidates like Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams now vie for their support, reflecting the community's critical role in shaping local elections and policies.

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Adams and Cuomo Court

As the New York City mayoral race heats up, Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo are fiercely courting the influential Orthodox Jewish community. Recent polls reveal Cuomo in the lead with 38%, while Adams lags behind at 10%. With the primary election approaching on June 24, the stakes are high, and every vote could sway the outcome.

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