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Cuomo Leads in NYC Mayoral Primary: Marist Poll Shows Commanding Lead Cuomo Leads in NYC Mayoral Primary: Marist Poll Shows Commanding Lead A new Marist College poll reveals a significant lead for former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo in the upcoming Democratic primary for New York City mayor. The poll, conducted in May 2025, shows Cuomo holding a commanding advantage over his opponents. Cuomo's lead is substantial, with the poll placing him at 37%. Zohran Mamdani, a progressive State Assembly member representing Astoria, holds second place at 18%. The remaining candidates are trailing significantly in the single digits. The poll's findings suggest that Cuomo could potentially surpass the 50% threshold in a fifth round of ranked-choice voting. This scenario highlights the power of name recognition and the impact of Cuomo's substantial campaign spending on advertising. Challenger Mamdani's Campaign Des...