The Brian Lehrer Show Primary Day Informal, Unofficial, Thoroughly Unscientific Exit Poll
Jun 24, 2025
Brigid Bergin, WNYC's senior political correspondent, dives deep into New York's mayoral primary landscape. She shares fascinating insights on the crucial role of older voters and the creative 'get out the vote' efforts by various campaigns. Listeners call in to share their rankings and experiences, sparking lively discussions about ranked-choice voting and personal candidate preferences. Bergin also picks apart the impact of endorsements and highlights the vibrant atmosphere of polling activities in Brooklyn, painting a vivid picture of the electoral process.
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Voters Seek Experience and Change
- Most voters ranking both Cuomo and Mamdani look for experience and change simultaneously.
- Older voters tend to favor experience, while younger voters favor inspiring change candidates like Mamdani.
Ellen's Progressive Voting Story
- Ellen, an 83-year-old Brooklyn College teacher, supports Mamdani and Lander for progressive change.
- She rejects Cuomo due to his poor CUNY funding record, illustrating voter priorities on education and progressivism.
Campaign of Hope vs. Fear
- The Cuomo vs. Mamdani race exemplifies a campaign of fear versus hope.
- Voters must assess which approach realistically addresses their city's challenges.