Cuomo and Sliwa Narrowly Trail Mamdani in NYC Mayoral Election Poll
In a recent polling update for the New York City mayoral race, the competition is intensifying. Former Governor Andrew Cuomo is narrowing the gap with frontrunner Zohran Mamdani, a socialist assemblyman. Republican Curtis Sliwa follows closely behind, as the race heats up.
Polling Insights
The latest Atlas Intel poll indicates the following standings among the candidates:
- Zohran Mamdani: 41%
- Andrew Cuomo (Independent): 34%
- Curtis Sliwa (Republican): 24%
Cuomo’s support has notably increased, placing him just 7 percentage points behind Mamdani. This shift marks a tighter contest compared to other recent public polling data.
Average Polling Perspectives
According to the Real Clear Politics polling average, Mamdani maintains a more significant lead:
- Mamdani: 45%
- Cuomo: 31%
- Sliwa: 17%
This average suggests that while Mamdani is leading, the race remains competitive, with Cuomo posing a threat to his candidacy.
Cuomo’s Campaign Remarks
In a campaign appearance in Brighton Beach, Cuomo expressed confidence in his chances, stating that Sliwa “can only make Zohran Mamdani win.” With election day approaching on Tuesday, many voters have already begun participating in early voting.
Poll Margin of Error
The Atlas poll has a margin of error of 3 percentage points, indicating that the dynamics of the race may fluctuate as more voters make their decisions.
