Valuetainment "Bill Ackman Is A Jerk!" - Sliwa BLASTS Billionaire As Mamdani SURGES In NYC Mayoral Race
Oct 21, 2025
Tensions rise as billionaire Bill Ackman pressures Curtis Sliwa to drop out of the NYC mayoral race, fearing a split vote that could help Andrew Cuomo. Sliwa fires back, calling Ackman a jerk, and passionately defends his candidacy. The discussion pivots to polling dynamics and the potential impact of Sliwa's exit on the race. As concerns surface about candidate Zoran Mamdani's controversial ties, the hosts debate which candidate truly loves New York. A plea for unity among leaders hints at the urgency of the upcoming election.
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Market Odds Show A Clear Front-Runner
- Polymarket odds show Zoran Mamdani dominating the NYC mayor race with Cuomo far behind and Sliwa near zero.
- That market framing drives urgency for strategic decisions like withdrawals or coalitions.
Sliwa's Fiery Rejection Of Ackman's Request
- Curtis Sliwa angrily rejected Bill Ackman's plea to drop out and called Ackman a "jerk."
- Sliwa defended his candidacy as protecting conservative judges and party line candidates.
Sliwa Represents A Broader Political Infrastructure
- Tom Ellsworth notes Sliwa represents more than himself through council and judicial candidates tied to his line.
- That structural stake complicates calls for him to sacrifice his campaign.