The Brian Lehrer Show Meet the Mayoral Candidates: Curtis Sliwa
Jul 17, 2025
Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee for NYC mayor and founder of the Guardian Angels, shares insights from his campaign journey. He discusses the intricate dynamics of the New York mayoral race and critiques current leadership, particularly on issues of public safety and educational funding. Sliwa emphasizes the need for compassion in urban safety efforts, addressing the challenges faced by vulnerable communities. He also advocates for open debates and stresses the importance of focusing on substantive policy discussions rather than candidate withdrawals.
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Rejecting Elite Candidate Coalitions
- Curtis Sliwa rejects the idea of candidates consolidating based on polls as undemocratic and elitist.
- He trusts voters to decide and opposes limiting candidate competition through elite coalitions.
Fare Enforcement Over Free Transit
- Sliwa opposes free bus fare and prioritizes fare enforcement to reduce evasion and fund transit.
- He critiques Cuomo, Adams, and Mandami for favoring fare subsidies and allowing fare evasion.
Opposing Migrant Voting Rights
- Sliwa opposes allowing recent migrants and non-citizens to vote, unlike Cuomo and Adams.
- He advocates putting sanctuary city policies to a public vote via charter reform and initiatives.