"Over the course of the last week, "I Voted" stickers have become ubiquitous on the chests of New Yorkers and street corners have become contested real estate for Mamdani and Cuomo canvassers. Early voting is open, and the turnout is unprecedented. Even with the heavy rain on Thursday, four times as many people have voted early this year than during the same period in 2021."
"I want a New York City that's more affordable. I don't think there was anyone else on the ballot who was putting that forward. I also think that the political movement that he's been able to build behind him in this election, and before that as an assembly person, is really incredible, and it shows what's possible within city politics, and it shows what's possible in terms of building real power for people, not just for politicians."
Early voting in New York City has surged, with turnout four times higher during the comparable early period than in 2021 despite heavy rain. Voters near the Brooklyn Museum expressed palpable excitement and largely favored Mamdani, reflecting his popularity in those neighborhoods. Motivations varied, including affordability and the desire for grassroots power-building. One voter said she felt for the first time that a candidate faithfully represented her politics and could win. Canvassers for both Mamdani and Cuomo actively contested street corners. Lines at polling sites were full and political chatter increased compared with previous cycles.
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