New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani won his election by a nine-point margin on November 4th. He did this with the help of enthusiastic voters who came out in large numbers, despite not having a strong track record in politics.
However, experts say that Mamdani’s victory may not be a model for Democrats elsewhere. His campaign was able to create a diverse coalition of supporters, but this success is likely due to NYC’s unique demographics rather than any broader trend. In other cities, Democratic candidates are more likely to face opposition from entrenched interests and struggle to unite voters behind their message.
Source: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2025/11/07/zohran-mamdani-lost-in-parts-of-nyc-that-look-most-like-america