NYC’s 2025 General Election Early Voting Kicks Off Successfully
The early voting period for New York City’s 2025 General Election is off to a robust start. On the first day, 79,409 residents cast their votes, according to the NYC Board of Elections. This marked a significant increase compared to the 15,418 voters during the inaugural early voting day in 2021.
Early Voting Statistics
The first-day turnout varied by borough, with notable figures reported:
- Manhattan: 24,046 voters
- Brooklyn: 22,105 voters
- Queens: 19,045 voters
- Bronx: 7,793 voters
- Staten Island: 6,420 voters
Election Overview
New Yorkers are participating in critical elections, including the selection of the city’s next mayor, city comptroller, public advocate, and their borough presidents and city council members. Additionally, voters will select judges based on their local precincts.
Local Ballot Issues
Residents are also addressing six ballot questions. Key topics include:
- State forest land (Question 1)
- Housing development (Questions 2-5)
- Shifting the city’s election cycle to even-numbered years to align with presidential elections (Question 6)
Voter Perspectives
Residents shared their voting experiences. Lizzie Leong, a Crown Heights voter, expressed enthusiasm for Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani, noting increased civic engagement in local elections. Fellow voter Sandie Green mentioned her concerns over the political landscape, particularly the influence of former President Donald Trump.
“I hope the candidates I support can enhance our security,” she stated, though she refrained from disclosing her choice.
Continued Voting Schedule
The nine-day early voting period continues until Sunday, November 2. Voters can access information about candidates and ballot measures through various guides and directories.
As registered voters across the city engage in the electoral process, enthusiasm and participation appear to be at unprecedented levels.
