Staff Reports
In a recent exclusive interview, former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo shared his thoughts on the upcoming New York City mayoral election, which is heating up as voters prepare to cast their ballots. Days before the election, Cuomo expressed optimism about his campaign, as attention shifted to his opponents, particularly the self-proclaimed socialist candidate, Zohran Mamdani. Cuomo, who has some experience in city leadership, compared his own abilities to those of Curtis Sliwa, another candidate in the race, pointing out that Sliwa lacks the necessary experience for the position.
Cuomo made it clear that he believes Mamdani’s promises are too good to be true, calling out the absurdity of platform proposals like “free buses” and “free grocery stores.” He dismissed these ideas as unrealistic socialist rhetoric, emphasizing that New York’s complexities cannot be solved with such extravagant plans. In his eyes, there is no such thing as a free lunch, and voters should be cautious when considering candidates who offer overly simplistic solutions to complicated problems.
When prompted about public safety—a significant issue for many New Yorkers—Cuomo promised to prioritize the hiring of 5,000 new police officers if he becomes mayor. He indicated that ensuring safety in the city would be a top-offering during his campaign. In a nod toward bipartisanship, Cuomo also mentioned his willingness to cooperate with President Trump, believing that their shared New York roots could lead to effective collaboration in improving safety and security in the city.
As the conversation shifted to the dynamics of the race, Cuomo critiqued Curtis Sliwa, suggesting that his candidacy could actually benefit his opponent, Mamdani, by splitting votes between the candidates. Cuomo’s comments hinted at a more significant concern: that the left-leaning politics associated with Mamdani might very well lead to disastrous consequences for the city. He painted Mamdani’s views as part of a broader leftist agenda that he believes could harm not only New Yorkers but potentially all Democrats who value moderation.
Cuomo concluded his remarks with a statement about the necessity for cooperation between the mayor and the governor, regardless of party affiliation. He affirmed that New York City is a vital economic hub for the entire state and that working together is essential for the prosperity of both. With the election just around the corner, all eyes will be on how this competitive race unfolds, and whether New Yorkers will embrace the promises of socialists or lean towards more conservative, reality-based governance.
