Election Day Arrives in New York City
Today marks Election Day for a significant mayoral race in New York City, with over a million residents expected to cast their votes.
Polling sites will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Voters can choose among Zoran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate, former governor Andrew Cuomo, running as an independent, and Curtis Sliwa, representing the Republican party.
While other city offices are also on the ballot, the mayoral contest is likely to draw the most attention, both locally and nationally. Mamdani’s rapid rise as a far-left state lawmaker has surprised many, including some within the Democratic Party.
Cuomo, who was previously a Democrat, experienced a significant defeat against Mamdani in the June primary and now struggles to gain traction as an independent. Meanwhile, Sliwa has resisted pressure to step down from his campaign, even as the White House suggested it might be beneficial for Cuomo.
Polling Hours
Remember, voting goes from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. If you’re online before the polls close, make sure your vote is counted!
When Will Results Be Available?
Preliminary results should start coming in shortly after 9 p.m., though major news outlets might hold off on declaring the winner until after that time.
Finding Your Polling Place
To locate your polling site, you can use the city’s online tool. Just enter your address here, and your polling information will be provided.
Voter Registration on Election Day
No, you can’t register to vote today; the deadline was October 25. Currently, there are over 5 million registered voters in New York City.
ID Requirements for Voting
If you presented an ID when registering, you won’t need to show one today.
Other Races on the Ballot
Apart from the mayoral race, voters will also select candidates for citywide positions like auditor and public defender, as well as for city council and district attorney.
Ballot Proposals
Voters will consider six proposals that are listed on the back of the ballot, which could become part of the city charter if they receive majority support.
Winners Predictions
Polls have shown varying results recently. One recent poll indicated Cuomo was within four points of Mamdani, while another survey from a few days prior had Mamdani ahead by 26 points. Generally, it looks like Sliwa may finish third, with support in the mid-teens.
Turnout So Far
Early voting has seen over 730,000 New Yorkers already participating. This figure represents a notable increase compared to previous elections and suggests that total turnout might exceed 2 million, which would be unprecedented since 1969.
Back in 1969, Liberal candidate John Lindsay secured 42.4% of the vote, while Mario Procaccino, a Democratic candidate, garnered 34.8%. Notably, during that election, more than 81% of registered voters cast their ballots—a stark contrast to the turnout in recent city elections, which has been disappointingly low.
