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A new Quinnipiac University poll released Thursday shows Democratic frontrunner Zohran Mamdani maintaining a lead in the New York City mayoral race. Mamdani has the support of 46 percent of likely voters, while former Governor Andrew Cuomo has gained traction with 33 percent, and Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa holds 15 percent.
The poll indicates that Cuomo has made significant gains since current Mayor Eric Adams exited the race, with many of Adams' supporters, particularly Jewish voters, now backing Cuomo. Despite this shift, Mamdani remains ahead by double digits. According to ABC7NY, Mamdani's supporters are notably enthusiastic, with 90 percent expressing strong support for their candidate.
The poll, conducted from October 3 to October 7, surveyed 1,015 likely New York City voters and has a margin of error of 3.9 percent. Analysts, including Columbia University professor Robert Y. Shapiro, suggest that Cuomo's path to victory would require Curtis Sliwa's voters to defect, which appears unlikely at this time.
As reported by Newsweek, Mamdani's campaign could make history by electing New York City's first Muslim mayor, amidst broader debates over policing and affordability. The general election is set for November 4, and while Mamdani holds a strong lead, shifting endorsements or late withdrawals could still impact the race dynamics.
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