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Democratic Candidates Embrace Far-Left Endorsement in Toss-Up Race

1/27/2026

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Effie Phillips Staley and Peter Chatzky, two Democratic candidates for New York's 17th Congressional District, now welcome endorsements from far-left Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Beth Davidson remains opposed to seeking endorsements from New York City officials.
GOP Rep. Mike Lawler's campaign criticized the Democrats, urging them to reject Mamdani's influence or embrace his agenda.
The district is now considered a toss-up, reflecting its competitive political landscape.

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Effie Phillips Staley and Peter Chatzky, two Democratic candidates for New York's 17th Congressional District, now welcome endorsements from far-left Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Beth Davidson remains opposed to seeking endorsements from New York City officials.
GOP Rep. Mike Lawler's campaign criticized the Democrats, urging them to reject Mamdani's influence or embrace his agenda.
The district is now considered a toss-up, reflecting its competitive political landscape.