Cuomo counting on progressive policy changes to succeed in the NYC mayoral election
Recent critiques have suggested that former governor Andrew Cuomo is attempting to revamp his image by aligning with more progressive elements of the Democratic Party as he aims for the mayoral position in New York City. Cuomo, who stepped down in 2021 amidst numerous sexual harassment allegations—which he continues to deny—has been actively seeking support […]
Supporters rally behind Cuomo’s NYC mayoral campaign as he reveals $3.9M in fundraising.
A coalition of allies from former mayor Michael Bloomberg is showing support for Andrew Cuomo in the New York City mayoral race. Cuomo’s campaign shared on Friday that it has achieved a record fundraising total of $3.9 million. Notably, Emma Bloomberg, the daughter of the former mayor, is involved as well. Kevin Sheekey, who played […]
NYC mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani reaffirms support for BDS and avoids stating that Israel has a right to exist as a Jewish state.
Mamdani Increases Support for BDS Movement Zoran Mamdani, an aspiring democratic socialist mayor, has notably intensified his backing for the Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) movement against Israel. During a recent Q&A session in New York, he declined to acknowledge Israel’s claim to exist as a Jewish state. During the event, which was organized by the […]
Cuomo highlights Trump DOJ investigation as an advantage in the NYC mayoral race with a new campaign advertisement.
Cuomo’s Campaign Ad Takes Aim at Trump Amid Investigation Andrew Cuomo, the former New York mayor, quickly launched a campaign advertisement linking himself to President Trump after news of a Justice Department investigation emerged. The ad, which came out on Wednesday, highlights a list of Trump’s political rivals who are currently dealing with potential federal […]
Investigation Starts into NYC Mayoral Hopeful Andrew Cuomo
The campaign for New York City mayor by former Governor Andrew Cuomo is under fire as Republicans accuse him of misleading Congress regarding his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to reports, this scrutiny follows the dismissal of corruption charges against current New York mayor Eric Adams, who seeks reelection. Adams, who was once a […]
Traditional candidate defeats sitting progressive in Pittsburgh mayoral primary
Pittsburgh’s Mayor Ed Gainey was removed from office on Tuesday after a significant primary challenge from Corey O’Connor. O’Connor, who is the son of a former mayor, had backing from some traditional democratic elements as well as certain Republicans. Interestingly, this race captured attention, as it marked one of the more competitive moments for the […]
Andrew Cuomo reduces his backing for charter schools in mayoral campaign
Cuomo Unveils 25-Point Education Plan Former Governor Andrew Cuomo introduced a 25-point education plan on Tuesday. This initiative seems to bring back certain policies favored by the New York Teachers Union while appearing to reduce support for charter schools that some labor groups criticize. Cuomo’s campaign for New York City mayor didn’t specifically mention charter […]
Pittsburgh mayoral contest intensifies as progressive Gainey competes against challenger O’Connor
The mayoral election in Pittsburgh has typically lacked competitiveness along partisan lines since the 1930s. However, with Democrats at a pivotal point, attention turns to how the city will shift in Tuesday’s primary. Incumbent Mayor Ed Gainey, seen as a progressive candidate, faces strong opposition from Allegheny County Controller Corey O’Connor in this primary for […]
NYC mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani leads ‘BDS’ chant and criticizes officials for visiting Israel in old video
Zohran Mamdani, a candidate for mayor, has recently been spotlighted due to a video where he passionately led chants for the BDS movement, which advocates for boycotting Israel. This video surfaced just hours before an Israeli Day parade in Manhattan, drawing significant attention. During a pro-Palestinian rally on May 11, 2021, near the Israeli consulate […]
Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani in NYC declines to sign resolutions that condemn the Holocaust and support Israel.
Socialist lawmaker Zohran Mamdani opted not to endorse two resolutions acknowledging Israel and the Holocaust. This comes as state legislators seek to represent cities with significant Jewish populations, the largest outside Israel. This week, Mamdani abstained from a resolution commemorating the 77th anniversary of Israel. He also declined to support a measure last year that […]