Why it matters: Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, is on course for an earthquake victory after running an extraordinary grassroots campaign focused on affordability in America's largest city.
- "In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it's done. My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it," Mamdani told supporters in remarks Tuesday night. "I am honored to be your Democratic nominee for the Mayor of New York City."
- Mamdani was leading 10 other Democrats — including his top opponent, scandal-ridden Cuomo — in the first round of the ranked-choice election as of late Tuesday night.
- Mamdani's policy proposals include rent freezes, free buses, and city-run grocery stores, all funded by $10 billion in new taxes on corporations and the wealthy.
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