The guests of Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic nominee and front-runner, underscored his criticism of his main rival, former Gov. Andrew Cuomo. Source: New York Times
Posts published in “Debates (Political)”
7 Takeaways From the Final N.Y.C. Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on October 22, 2025
Zohran Mamdani, Andrew M. Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa continued attacking one another, with Mr. Mamdani and Mr. Cuomo the main targets. Source: New York Times
When It Comes to Being Mayor, Is Age Just a Number?
By Gotham Rex on October 21, 2025
Does the rise of Zohran Mamdani, 34, reflect a desire for generational change or a discounting of experience? Source: New York Times
7 Takeaways From the First N.Y.C. Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on October 16, 2025
Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo and Curtis Sliwa sparred over serious topics like the Israel-Hamas war and President Trump, and more curious subjects like parade attendance. Source: New York Times
Opioid Deaths Suddenly Dominate a Governor’s Race. Here’s What We Know.
By Gotham Rex on October 13, 2025
Representative Mikie Sherrill, a New Jersey Democrat, said a firm once owned by her Republican opponent, Jack Ciattarelli, spread misinformation about opioids. His campaign has threatened to sue her for defamation. Source: New York Times
Schumer Can Take the Insults, if It Helps Keep Democrats in Power
By Gotham Rex on November 1, 2022
Senator Chuck Schumer, heavily favored to defeat his Republican challenger, Joseph Pinion, argued in a debate as much for his party as for his re-election. Source: New York Times
The Hochul-Zeldin Debate: A Combative Clash
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2022
Representative Lee Zeldin painted a bleak portrait of New York, while Gov. Kathy Hochul stressed her rival’s anti-abortion stance and his support for Donald Trump. Source: New York Times
5 Takeaways From the Hochul-Zeldin Debate
By Gotham Rex on October 26, 2022
Representative Lee Zeldin conveyed a sense of outrage over crime and the economy, as Gov. Kathy Hochul emphasized his views on abortion and his ties to Donald Trump. Source: New York Times
New York’s Governor’s Race Is Suddenly Too Close for Democrats’ Comfort
By Gotham Rex on October 25, 2022
Tightening polls, fears about crime and apathy in their base are driving a wave of Democratic hand-wringing and a pivot by Gov. Kathy Hochul. Source: New York Times
Hochul and Zeldin Turn Potential Debates Into a Game of Chicken
By Gotham Rex on September 27, 2022
There may not be any debates in the New York governor’s race if Gov. Kathy Hochul and her challenger, Lee Zeldin, cannot agree on how many to hold. Source: New York Times
Nadler and Maloney Are Collegial at Debate. Their Rival Is Combative.
By Gotham Rex on August 2, 2022
Representatives Jerrold Nadler and Carolyn Maloney touted their extensive political records while Suraj Patel highlighted his lack of one as a virtue. Source: New York Times
Rent Board Votes for 3.25% Increase on One-Year Leases
By Gotham Rex on June 22, 2022
Two million New Yorkers who live in rent-stabilized apartments will be affected by increases approved at a raucous meeting of the Rent Guidelines Board. Source: New York Times
Newsmax Debate Lends N.Y. Governor’s Race a Far-Right Glow
By Gotham Rex on June 21, 2022
The four Republican candidates for governor of New York faced off in their third and final debate before the June 28 primary. Source: New York Times
Democratic Candidates for Governor Bicker in Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 17, 2022
Gov. Kathy Hochul faced barbs from her rivals, Representative Tom Suozzi and Jumaane Williams, the public advocate. Source: New York Times
Hochul Spars With Rivals Over Crime, Credentials and Cream Cheese
By Gotham Rex on June 16, 2022
Sharp attacks typified the final debate among Gov. Kathy Hochul and her two Democratic rivals, Jumaane Williams and Representative Tom Suozzi. Source: New York Times