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Mandami’s interactions with industry leaders have been unproductive, as he failed to convince them with vague, long-winded answers that avoided substantive policy discussion. The speaker predicts a likely victory for incumbent Mayor Eric Adams, based on the political climate and endorsements from key power brokers, unless key moderates and primary supporters shift their allegiances.
The larger message resonates with skepticism toward government control, especially over essential services like supermarkets, favoring limited intervention and emphasizing pragmatic governance.