As New York City prepares for its Mayoral election on November 4, 2025, the Democratic nominee, **Zohran Kwame Mamdani**, has emerged as a clear front-runner. Mamdani, a New York State Assembly member, has gained significant traction against his main challenger, former Governor Andrew Cuomo (running as an independent). His campaign, which focuses on progressive issues like social housing and climate justice, has been hailed as a pivotal moment for diverse political representation in the US.