NYC Mayor Eric Adams says he's leaving Democratic primary to run for re-election as an independent
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NYC Mayor Adams Exits Democratic Primary for Independent Run
Above: New Yorck City Mayor Eric Adams speaks about Passover safety during a press conference on April 2, 2025, in New York City , New York. Image copyright: Michael M. Santiago/Staff/Getty Images News via Getty Images
The Spin
Narrative A
Due to the regression of the Democratic Party, Adams, a man who has devoted his life to public service, had to shift his strategy to defeat the city's powerful Democratic machine. NYC has been bogged down by corruption for too long, to the point that an old-school Democrat like Adams wasn't able to govern the way New Yorkers wanted. This isn't about liberalism or conservatism, but about freeing politicians and their constituents from the shackles of corrupt party politics.
Narrative B
It makes sense that Cuomo is leading Adams in the polls, given the former governor's vision for the city. His comprehensive affordability plan tackles housing, healthcare, childcare, and jobs, while his public safety strategy bolsters the NYPD and subway security. With targeted solutions for mental health, homelessness, and economic growth, Cuomo’s proven leadership outshines Adams' fraudulent independent bid.
Cynical narrative
New Yorkers deserve better than Adams and Cuomo. Adams' scandals undermine trust, while Cuomo's stale policies — like union mandates and timid housing plans — fail to tackle the 500,000-unit shortage. There are other options, like Zellnor Myrie, whose bold vision for 1 million homes, unrestrained by NIMBYism, offers real abundance. While his polling is currently low, if voters gave him a chance, they could receive the fresh start they crave.