NYC Mayor's Race: Last-Minute Endorsement Before Early Voting

Final Pitches Before Early Voting

• 🗳️ With early voting beginning, candidates are making their final pitches to voters.
• 💡 Many voters opt for early voting to avoid crowds and feel they've completed their civic duty.

Key Endorsement in NYC Mayor's Race

• 🤝 Hakeim Jeff, House Democratic leader, has officially endorsed Zoran Mamani for mayor.
• ✍️ The endorsement, made in writing, highlights Mamani's focus on the affordability crisis and areas of agreement.
• ⚠️ Republicans are expected to use this endorsement as campaign material against Mamani.

Candidate Accusations and Strategies

• 🗣️ Mamani welcomed the endorsement but criticized opponents for alleged Islamophobic attacks and push polls.
• ✡️ Cuomo, in response, accused Mamani of stoking fears of anti-semitism, making Jewish people feel unsafe.
• 🏃 Republican Curtis Leewa has stated he will not drop out of the race.

Election Timeline and Voting Information

• 🗓️ Early voting concludes on Sunday, November 2nd.
• ⏰ Polls open at 9:00 a.m. and close at 5:00 p.m. on voting days.
• 📈 Extended hours are available on Tuesday and Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• 💻 A full voters' guide is available on cbsnewyork.com.