AI Summary:
Recent developments in New York City's mayoral race indicate that Andrew Cuomo, after losing the Democratic primary, is running as an independent candidate. This decision has created a unique dynamic in the election, with several Democrats taking different stances on Cuomo's independent bid.
Democrats endorsing Cuomo
Despite the controversies surrounding his resignation as governor, some Democrats who previously called for Cuomo to step down are now endorsing him for mayor.
- State Senator Jessica Ramos, a progressive who had previously criticized Cuomo, has endorsed his mayoral bid.
- Former New York Governor David Paterson, who supported Cuomo in the primary, has called for mayoral candidates to unite behind one candidate to stop Mamdani, implicitly backing Cuomo against the progressive Democratic nominee according to ABC News.
- Some moderate Democrats and corporate leaders are also expressing concern about Mamdani's progressive platform and stance on issues like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, leading them to consider supporting Cuomo as an alternative.
Democrats who haven't yet endorsed Cuomo
Many Democrats who supported Cuomo in the primary have yet to pledge their continued support in the general election.
- State Senator Joe Addabbo, a former Cuomo backer, has stated he is not making any endorsements yet on the general election candidates.
- State Senators Roxanne Persaud and James Sanders, who had ranked Mamdani second on their primary ballots, have not yet made a decision.
- Congressmember and Queens County Democratic Party Chair Greg Meeks has largely remained silent on the general election.
It's important to note that the situation remains fluid, and allegiances could shift as the election progresses.
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