The eight Democratic contenders jousted over the economy, education and the fundamental question of who among them was qualified to run New York City. Source: New York Times
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N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race Tightens Ahead of Crucial In-Person Debate
By Gotham Rex on June 1, 2021
Democratic hopefuls sharpened attack lines as they tried to draw contrasts on critical issues like policing and the city’s economic recovery. Source: New York Times
Key Question in NYC Mayoral Race: Who Will Get Latino New Yorkers’ Votes?
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2021
Hispanic voters, who may account for a fifth of turnout, are considered to be up for grabs. Source: New York Times
Key Question in N.Y.C. Mayor’s Race: Who Gets the Latino Vote?
By Gotham Rex on May 31, 2021
The Hispanic vote, which may account for a fifth of voter turnout, is considered to be up for grabs. Source: New York Times
How NYC Mayoral Candidates Campaigned Throughout The Rainy Holiday Weekend
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2021
Because of the downpour, candidates for New York City mayor pressed their cases to voters at churches and bars, instead of in parks and on street corners. Source: New York Times
Think Your Weekend Plans Were Ruined? Try Being a Mayoral Candidate.
By Gotham Rex on May 30, 2021
Because of the downpour, candidates for New York City mayor pressed their cases to voters at churches and bars, instead of in parks and on street corners. Source: New York Times
As Yang’s New York Ties Are Questioned, He Cites Anti-Asian Bias
By Gotham Rex on May 28, 2021
Mr. Yang, who is seeking to make history as the city’s first Asian American mayor, says anti-Asian sentiment has crept into the campaign. Source: New York Times
G.O.P. Rivals Trade Insults in Chaotic N.Y.C. Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 26, 2021
Curtis Sliwa, the founder of the Guardian Angels, and Fernando Mateo, a restaurateur, yelled at each other repeatedly during the free-wheeling virtual debate. Source: New York Times
Who’s Winning the New York Mayor’s Race? Even Pollsters Are Confused.
By Gotham Rex on May 25, 2021
The city’s new system of ranked-choice voting, along with a crowded field of Democrats, has complicated efforts to do comprehensive voter surveys. Source: New York Times
How Andrew Yang Won Over Ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn
By Gotham Rex on May 21, 2021
A slew of influential Jewish leaders endorsed Mr. Yang, motivated by one overriding issue: “Yeshivas, yeshivas, yeshivas.” Source: New York Times
Maya Wiley Has ‘50 Ideas’ and One Goal: To Make History as Mayor
By Gotham Rex on May 19, 2021
Ms. Wiley has unveiled an array of policies to fight inequality as she seeks to become the first woman elected mayor of New York. Can she break out of the pack? Source: New York Times
Maya Wiley Lands Major Endorsement From Rep. Hakeem Jeffries
By Gotham Rex on May 16, 2021
Mr. Jeffries, New York’s top House Democrat, said he intended to engage in significant efforts on Ms. Wiley’s behalf, including making campaign appearances with her. Source: New York Times
Candidates Clash Over Future of New York in First Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 13, 2021
The eight Democrats competing to win the June 22 primary presented divergent views on how to lead the city in a sometimes acerbic debate. Source: New York Times
Crime and Controversy: Candidates Prepare to Face Off in Mayoral Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 12, 2021
The two-hour debate is unfolding in a moment of economic uncertainty for New York City, and against a backdrop of a spike in gun violence. Source: New York Times
N.Y.C. Mayoral Candidates Prepare to Face Off in Debate
By Gotham Rex on May 12, 2021
The two-hour debate is unfolding in a moment of economic uncertainty for New York City, and against a backdrop of a spike in gun violence. Source: New York Times