Mustafa Tarek, New York
New York City, the United States’ largest metropolis, is holding its mayoral election today, Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The race features three main candidates: Democratic Zohran Mamdani, independent Andrew Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa.
Voting started at 6 a.m. across the city’s five boroughs and will continue until 9 p.m. Early turnout indicates strong voter engagement, reflecting the election’s high stakes.
Zohran Mamdani, a progressive leader, has focused on housing affordability, public transport reform, and social equity. Cuomo campaigns on law enforcement, business growth, and infrastructure, while Sliwa emphasizes crime reduction and police reform.
Key issues include the rising cost of living, housing shortages, and immigration pressures. Living costs in New York have risen 11% over the past two years, affecting middle- and lower-income voters. Analysts see Mamdani as the frontrunner, but Cuomo and Sliwa’s participation adds competitive complexity.
Beyond city governance, the election could signal trends in U.S. urban politics and progressive policy adoption. If Mamdani’s proposals succeed, they may serve as a model for other major cities globally.
Voting has been reported as peaceful. Preliminary results are expected Wednesday morning, Bangladesh time. The outcome will determine whether New York chooses a young progressive reformer or an experienced administrator as its next mayor.
