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Yahoo
10 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Cuomo maintains lead in Democratic primary, Mamdani facing controversy
NEW YORK (PIX11) — Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is still leading the Democratic Mayoral Primary, ahead of Queens Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani by 11 points, according to a new poll from Marist. Released on Wednesday, the poll also shows that 11% of voters remain undecided. In a ranked-choice voting simulation from Marist, Cuomo would defeat Mamdani 55% to 45% once lower candidates are eliminated. More Local News However, the Marist poll, which many view as an important indicator in the tight race, was conducted before several key developments: the second mayoral debate, the cross-endorsement of Mamdani and Comptroller Brad Lander, key endorsements for Cuomo in the orthodox Jewish community, and Mamdani's recent endorsement from Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders. Lander's recent detention by ICE on Tuesday, which garnered national attention, was also not a factor in the survey. On the Campaign trail Wednesday, Mamdani received the endorsement of former mayoral candidate Maya Wiley, who narrowly lost to Mayor Eric Adams four years ago. However, Mamdani's defense of the phrase 'globalize the intifada' on a podcast sparked fierce criticism from multiple groups, including the National Holocaust Museum. In a social media post, the museum condemned the language as inflammatory, saying Jewish people have been 'attacked and murdered under its banner.' Mamdani defended his position, stating that the term means different things to different people, and for many Palestinians and Muslims, it symbolizes the struggle for freedom and rights. More Local News Mamdani said he would combat antisemitism if elected mayor with both funding and police. He grew emotional as he described the personal threats he has received and how his rivals, especially Cuomo, have weaponized the issue of antisemitism against him. 'I have said at every opportunity there's no room for antisemitism in this city and in this country,' Mamdani said, visibly moved. 'I get messages that say the only good Muslim is a dead Muslim. I get threats on my life and my loved ones. I try not to talk about it, because Toni Morrison said the function of racism is distinction.' Cuomo issued a statement condemning Mamdani's remarks, saying there are not two sides to the issue, and that the phrase fuels antisemitism. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Independent
21-05-2025
- Politics
- The Independent
JD Vance didn't vote for his half-brother in Cincinnati's mayoral primary despite posting endorsement
Vice President JD Vance didn't vote for his half-brother in the Cincinnati Ohio, non-partisan mayoral primary on May 6 despite posting an endorsement of him ahead of the vote. Vance, a former Ohio senator, advocated for Cory Bowman just hours before polls closed. Bowman received 2,926 votes, but Vance wasn't one of them, according to the voter list collated by the Hamilton County Board of Elections, which revealed Vance didn't cast a ballot in the race, the Cincinnati Enquirer reported. Records from the Elections Board reveal whether a voter cast a ballot and if they voted for a Democrat or a Republican, but it doesn't show which candidate they backed. Vance has a residence and is registered to vote in the East Walnut Hill neighborhood of the city. The Enquirer asked Bowman why Vance didn't vote for him. "I don't have any information or comment on that," Bowman said. Bowman, who shares a father with Vance, came in second out of three candidates in the primary, meaning that he will have a place in the general election. However, he came far behind Democratic Mayor Aftab Pureval, receiving 13 percent of the vote to Pureval's 83 percent. Pureval and Bowman will face off on November 4. Bowman, a Republican from the College Hill neighborhood of the city, is set to face a difficult struggle in a city where President Donald Trump and Vance lost by a three-to-one margin in last year's presidential election. Then-Vice President Kamala Harris received 76 percent of the city's vote to Trump's 24 percent. Similarly, all of Cincinnati City Council's current members are Democrats. 'I'm deeply grateful to every Cincinnati voter who cast a ballot to advance us to the general election,' Bowman said on X after the vote. 'The greatest gift local government can offer its residents is a choice. That's exactly what voters will have this November. There's much work ahead, and we're ready to show our great city that we're the best candidate for the job.' 'My family and I are overwhelmed by the encouragement and support we've received over recent weeks, and we're excited for all that will be accomplished in the months ahead,' he added. Cincinnati is a strongly Democratic city, and Republicans haven't put forward a candidate since future congressman Brad Wenstrup lost to Mark Mallory in 2009. Bowman serves as a pastor at the River Church in the West End neighborhood, and he also runs the King's Arms Coffee Shop in College Hill. He has previously said he was inspired to run for office after attending the inauguration of Trump and Vance in January. 'As I was flying back here from the inauguration, it occurred to me that I could do something to serve the community,' he said previously. It has been reported that Vance spent time on the Bowman farm in Preble County in his youth, and the younger half-brother, Bowman, who is 36 while Vance is 40, has described their relationship as a 'friendly sibling rivalry.'
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Hear from the democratic mayoral candidates in Youngstown ahead of primary
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — As the hours tick down until the polls close Tuesday night for the Mayoral Primary in Youngstown, incumbent Tito Brown is focused on this day before on polling places in the city. 'It's just about, you know, preparation for poll workers, making sure everything's in place,' Brown said. 'But also making sure, we make sure the message is 'Go out and vote.'' While Brown is seeking his third term in office, his challenger is in the middle of her second term on City Council and says these last days and hours have been both interesting and inspiring. 'I have great friends and a great team around me,' Turner said. 'We're out and knocking on doors, talking to people, enjoying ourselves in the community. Really what I normally do, just a little bit more. Despite all the effort, election workers are predicting a turnout of no more than 10% of the city's registered voters. Still, the candidates are doing what they can to get out the vote. 'I say, 'Youngstown, don't leave it up to chance,'' Turner said. 'Come out no matter what party you're affiliated with and pull the ticket and vote.' 'I encourage people to vote no matter who they're voting for,' Brown said. 'I want them to vote for me, but I want them to exercise that right.' The one who gets to move on to the next level could be known Tuesday night. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
