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Mamdani Leads Fundraising Race Ahead of Election

10/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

Zohran Mamdani leads fundraising with $6.8 million on hand; Curtis Sliwa has raised over $421,000 in the latest period for a $4.2 million total, and Andrew Cuomo has about $1.6 million.
Mamdani aired a new ad during The Golden Bachelor about safety and affordability.
All candidates are ramping up ad spending ahead of the November 4 election.

History

Historical Context

The 2010 Supreme Court ruling in Citizens United v. FEC allowed unlimited corporate spending in elections, significantly impacting campaign finance. This decision enabled candidates like Zohran Mamdani to raise $6.8 million, reflecting a broader trend where financial resources increasingly dictate electoral competitiveness. As candidates gear up for the November 4 election, this financial landscape could reshape voter engagement and influence outcomes.

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Story summary

Zohran Mamdani leads fundraising with $6.8 million on hand; Curtis Sliwa has raised over $421,000 in the latest period for a $4.2 million total, and Andrew Cuomo has about $1.6 million.
Mamdani aired a new ad during The Golden Bachelor about safety and affordability.
All candidates are ramping up ad spending ahead of the November 4 election.

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