The Brian Lehrer Show The Mayoral Candidates Make a Final Pitch to Voters
Jun 23, 2025
Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo emphasizes his extensive experience in tackling crime and homelessness. State Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani campaigns vigorously on combating the affordability crisis through grassroots mobilization. State Senator Jessica Ramos shares her vision for union jobs and mental health initiatives, advocating for affordable housing. The candidates discuss the challenges of governance, community representation, and the urgency for a unified approach to New York's pressing issues.
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Adrienne Adams' Experienced Leadership
- Adrienne Adams emphasizes her readiness to lead with experience, highlighting her work on homelessness and public safety.
- She prioritizes filling NYPD vacancies and supporting mental health crisis teams over expanding the police force.
Michael Blake's Focus on Affordability
- Michael Blake stresses ending credit score use in housing and increasing mental health professionals for public safety.
- He links his cross-endorsement with Zoran Mamdani in focusing on affordability and progress for working-class voters.
Andrew Cuomo on Operational Expertise
- Andrew Cuomo frames the mayor role as an operational job requiring tough government management.
- He highlights his record of passing budgets and major infrastructure projects despite difficult relations with legislators.