New York's Mayor Race: Who's Winning and Why?

In the race for New York City's mayor, Cuomo, an independent candidate, is playing a risky game. He's trying to win over voters from both sides of the political spectrum. To do this, he's using tactics that some people find controversial. He's trying to convince voters that his opponent, Mamdani, is too divisive.

Targeting Specific Voters

Cuomo has been targeting specific groups of voters:

• Jewish voters: He's highlighting Mamdani's pro-Palestinian views.
• Muslim voters: He's questioning Mamdani's religious beliefs.

Some people think this is a dishonest way to win votes.

Winning Over Republicans

Cuomo has also been trying to win over Republican voters:

• Appearing on conservative news shows and podcasts.
• Convincing them that Mamdani is too far to the left.

Criticism of Cuomo's Tactics

Some people think Cuomo's tactics are divisive:

• They believe he's playing on people's fears.
• They also believe he's playing on people's identities.

Mamdani's campaign has accused Cuomo of using "corrupt, self-serving politics."

• They say Cuomo is trying to win votes by any means necessary.
• They also say Cuomo is spreading misinformation about Mamdani.

Will It Work?

It's unclear whether Cuomo's tactics will work:

• Some people think they will.
• Some people think they won't.

But one thing is clear: Cuomo is willing to do whatever it takes to win.