The New York Times Editorial Board, ending a long-standing tradition of mayoral endorsements, advised against voting for Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani due to his perceived lack of experience and agenda reminiscent of Bill de Blasio's tenure. They expressed even greater concern over Mamdani than they did for former Governor Andrew Cuomo, despite his serious ethical issues. Historical endorsements by the board have often provided candidates a polling boost, underscoring the editorial board's influence in elections. This editorial follows recent polling showing Cuomo and Mamdani behind Comptroller Brad Lander among candidates for the Democratic nomination.
The editorial board does not believe that Mr. Mamdani deserves a spot on New Yorkers' ballots, citing thin experience and a concerning agenda compared to de Blasio.
While serious objections remain regarding Andrew Cuomo's ethics, the Times Editorial Board suggests he may be the better choice over Mamdani for New York's future.
The Times' editorial board has influenced candidate support historically, with endorsements often leading to a significant bump in polls, reflecting their importance in the election.
The decision to stop local endorsements was announced by opinion editor Kathleen Kingsbury, marking a significant shift in the Times' long-standing endorsement tradition.
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