Summary
Zohran Mamdani, running for New York City mayor, received support from Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at a rally. He faces opponents including former Governor Andrew Cuomo and Republican Curtis Sliwa. The rally emphasized Mamdani's progressive ideas like affordable housing and universal childcare.
Key Facts
- Zohran Mamdani is the Democratic nominee for New York City mayor.
- Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez support Mamdani's campaign.
- Mamdani plans to hire teachers, freeze rent hikes, and offer universal childcare.
- Early voting for the election is ongoing, with the Election Day set for November 4.
- Former Governor Andrew Cuomo runs as an independent, after losing to Mamdani in the Democratic primary.
- Curtis Sliwa is the Republican candidate in the mayoral race.
- Cuomo criticizes Mamdani's democratic socialism, suggesting it would harm the city.
- The rally included speeches from state leaders and focused on working-class empowerment.
