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Mamdani Surges in NYC Mayoral Race, Polling 21 Points Ahead

10/26/2025

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Zohran Mamdani gains momentum in the New York City mayoral race as Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rally at Forest Hills Stadium.
His primary victory over Andrew Cuomo positions him as a leading candidate, despite President Donald Trump labeling him a communist.
Recent polls show Mamdani ahead by 21 points among registered voters.
His platform includes free public transport and universal childcare funded by taxing corporations and the wealthy.

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Zohran Mamdani gains momentum in the New York City mayoral race as Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez rally at Forest Hills Stadium.
His primary victory over Andrew Cuomo positions him as a leading candidate, despite President Donald Trump labeling him a communist.
Recent polls show Mamdani ahead by 21 points among registered voters.
His platform includes free public transport and universal childcare funded by taxing corporations and the wealthy.