New York City voters witnessed a final mayoral debate on October 22, 2025, featuring candidates Zohran Mamdani, Andrew Cuomo, and Curtis sliwa as they vie for the city’s highest office. The debate, a live event, offered a crucial opportunity for each contender to present their vision for New York’s future ahead of the upcoming election.This debate arrives at a pivotal moment for New York City, grappling with ongoing recovery from pandemic-related challenges, concerns about public safety, and persistent economic inequalities. The outcome of the mayoral race will considerably impact the direction of the city’s policies on housing, education, policing, and economic growth, affecting the lives of over 8.8 million residents. Following the debate, voters will head to the polls to determine who will lead the city through these critical times.
Contributing to coverage of the debate were Shannon Ho, Robert Mackey, and Adam Gabbatt. Robert mackey’s reporting is supported by imagery available at https://i.guim.co.uk/img/uploads/2025/03/20/Robert_Mackey.jpg and https://i.guim.co.uk/img/uploads/2025/03/20/Robert_Mackey.png. Adam Gabbatt’s work is accompanied by images found at https://i.guim.co.uk/img/static/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/contributor/2015/8/21/1440144767556/Adam-Gabbatt.jpg and https://i.guim.co.uk/img/uploads/2017/10/06/Adam-Gabbatt,-R.png.The debate focused on key issues facing the city, including affordable housing, crime rates, and the economic recovery of small businesses. Candidate Mamdani emphasized progressive policies aimed at addressing systemic inequalities, while Cuomo highlighted his experience and track record in government. Sliwa presented a more conservative platform, focusing on law and order and fiscal responsibility.
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