Mamdani and Cuomo clash in heated debate over housing, Israel, and Trump. The frontrunner Zohran Mamdani pressed his main competitor Andrew Cuomo for condemning phrases that are critical of Israel, sparking a contentious exchange between the two candidates.
Cuomo attacked Mamdani's views on Palestinians, calling him "divisive" but Mamdani stressed he will serve as mayor for all New Yorkers. The debate highlighted the growing rifts within the Democratic Party over how to address issues like housing affordability and Israel policy.
On the front of affordability, Sliwa emphasized the importance of freeing up vacant apartments in NYCHA and allowing people to move in. Cuomo touted his proposals for income limits on rent-stabilized apartments but was criticized by Mamdani for opposing a rent freeze.
In contrast, Mamdani expressed his opposition to President Donald Trump's deportation policy and vowed to "take on" the president if elected. The Republican candidate, Curtis Sliwa, positioned himself as a voice of reason and emphasized public safety concerns, feeling confident about his performance in the debate.
Cuomo attacked Mamdani's views on Palestinians, calling him "divisive" but Mamdani stressed he will serve as mayor for all New Yorkers. The debate highlighted the growing rifts within the Democratic Party over how to address issues like housing affordability and Israel policy.
On the front of affordability, Sliwa emphasized the importance of freeing up vacant apartments in NYCHA and allowing people to move in. Cuomo touted his proposals for income limits on rent-stabilized apartments but was criticized by Mamdani for opposing a rent freeze.
In contrast, Mamdani expressed his opposition to President Donald Trump's deportation policy and vowed to "take on" the president if elected. The Republican candidate, Curtis Sliwa, positioned himself as a voice of reason and emphasized public safety concerns, feeling confident about his performance in the debate.
I was watching this debate and it got me thinking... politicians always talk about serving the people but sometimes you wonder if they really understand what's going on. Both Cuomo and Mamdani are trying to appeal to different groups, but honestly, it feels like they're just using these issues as a way to one-up each other. I mean, can't we just focus on making things better for everyone? 
It's not about being "divisive" or taking sides, it's about finding common ground and working together. And what's with the emphasis on Israel policy? Can't they just agree to disagree and move on? 
. Still not entirely sold on his views on public safety, though 
. And what's up with all these differing opinions? It feels like we're at this impasse where no one's really listening to each other 
. I hope whoever wins gets to unite the party and find some solutions that actually work for everyone 
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he's got some solid plans to tackle this issue and help out all New Yorkers 
. Zohran Mamdani is cool and all, but sometimes I feel like he's being a bit too divisive, you know? 
Like, we need to bring people together on these issues not drive them further apart 
. Curtis Sliwa on the other hand is speaking truth, those vacant apartments in NYCHA are an absolute disaster! 
We need someone who's gonna make a change and free up those spaces so more people can move in 
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. Like, can't they just agree on how to make rent more affordable already? Cuomo's ideas sound decent but Mamdani's got some valid points too 
As for Cuomo, I think he's trying to play it safe but sometimes that means missing out on opportunities to really tackle the issues. Can we just get some real solutions here already? 
I was watching this debate with my family and it was really hard to follow - Mamdani and Cuomo kept getting sidetracked. What I do think is important is addressing the housing crisis in NYC. We need more affordable options, not just for low-income families but also for young professionals like myself who are struggling to find a place to call home 
. And can we please talk about Israel policy? It's so polarizing... I feel like both sides have valid points, you know? Maybe we can just try to find common ground instead of demonizing each other 
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. I think what's missing from this debate is more talk about mental health and how it affects NYC residents 
. Anyway, can't wait to see how this all plays out in the election! 
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. i'm not sure if he'll be able to win over the hearts and minds of new yorkers, but you never know what can happen in an election 
... Mamdani brought up some valid points about Trump's deportation policy tho 
... and Sliwa, nice try with the "voice of reason" schtick, but we've seen that one before 
can't believe no one's talking about rent control or tenant rights in this debate 
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