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Adrienne Adams Gains Hasidic Support in NYC Mayoral Race

6/11/2025

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City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams has secured the backing of 25 Hasidic sects, bolstering her candidacy in the upcoming June 24 Democratic primary for New York City mayor. This significant support poses challenges for former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is finding it difficult to rally Orthodox voters against the emerging threat of Zohran Mamdani.

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City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams has secured the backing of 25 Hasidic sects, bolstering her candidacy in the upcoming June 24 Democratic primary for New York City mayor. This significant support poses challenges for former Governor Andrew Cuomo, who is finding it difficult to rally Orthodox voters against the emerging threat of Zohran Mamdani.