Overview

• Recent polls show Mamdani leading the general election with about 50% support and commanding 37% of Jewish votes.
• A majority of Jewish New Yorkers say they would feel less safe under his administration, with 58% citing antisemitism concerns tied to his pro-Palestinian advocacy.
• In his first major response since a midtown shooting, he renounced calls to defund the NYPD, describing past posts as statements of frustration.
• The candidate has also stated he will not use or endorse the slogan “globalize the intifada” and will discourage its use among his supporters.
• Gov. Kathy Hochul has highlighted alignment on housing affordability and confirmed ongoing talks before deciding whether to endorse him.