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The New York City mayoral race exemplifies political upheaval. Leading candidate Donnie Mandani, backed by Wall Street billionaires, faces skepticism and disapproval from industry insiders due to his rhetoric and questionable track record. Despite a high-profile meeting with financial elites, Mandani’s evasive answers during campaign events reveal a lack of clarity on key issues like crime, housing, and immigration.
Polls suggest Mandani might struggle to win, especially if the political establishment coalesces around other candidates—most notably incumbent Mayor Eric Adams or a more moderate challenger. Analysts believe the race exemplifies a broader struggle between outsider populism and entrenched political interests in New York politics.