NYC Mayoral Race: Sliwa's Bold Strategy

The race for NYC mayor is heating up, with Republican nominee Curtis Sliwa outlining a surprising path to victory in the overwhelmingly Democratic city. With Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani leading in the polls, Sliwa is focusing on the presence of former Governor Andrew Cuomo and incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, both running as independent candidates.

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Sliwa argues that Cuomo and Adams' policy positions align more with Mamdani than with him, creating an opportunity for him as the sole Republican candidate. He highlights his Republican values as a key differentiator.

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Another independent candidate, Jim Walden, proposed a survey to determine the strongest contender against Mamdani, suggesting others drop out. While Cuomo is open to this idea, Adams and Sliwa remain firm in their campaigns.

<img src="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2025/03/1200/675/eric-adams.jpg?ve=1&tl=1" alt="Eric Adams">

Sliwa also addresses his relationship with President Trump, stating that he hasn't consulted him on the race and urges Trump to remain neutral. He believes the ongoing conflict in Gaza could benefit Mamdani and hopes Trump will focus on achieving peace there instead.

Sliwa's campaign strategy involves adapting his image – sometimes wearing his signature red beret, and sometimes not, depending on the audience.

This unexpected strategy could significantly impact the NYC mayoral race's outcome, creating a dynamic and unpredictable finish.