The Brian Lehrer Show Meet the Mayoral Candidates: Andrew Cuomo
Jul 28, 2025
Andrew Cuomo, former governor of New York and now running for mayor as an independent, passionately addresses his campaign priorities. He discusses the Trump administration's legal challenges to sanctuary cities and advocates for robust local immigration policies. Cuomo emphasizes the urgent need for affordable housing and critiques competing candidates' positions. He explores the critical role of government in making child care affordable and highlights the pressing issue of wealth inequality, advocating for progressive tax reforms to support marginalized communities.
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Be Aggressive Against Federal Overreach
- Meet force with force against aggressive opponents like President Trump.
- Sue immediately against federal overreach, especially to defend sanctuary city laws.
Experience is Key in Government
- Knowing how government works is crucial to effective leadership.
- Idealism without experience leads to failure and public cynicism.
Build Housing to Improve Affordability
- Affordability crisis stems from lack of affordable housing supply.
- Build housing quickly by cutting red tape and improving government efficiency.