Cuomo campaign strategy has intensified as Andrew Cuomo fights to rebuild his political base in New York City. The former governor is pushing hard to win support from Democrats, independents, and even Republicans ahead of the mayoral election.
In recent weeks, showing a wide media reach. His team has released an AI-generated video of Cuomo doing jobs he says he could never do in real life. The video aims to show humor and connect with voters who feel detached from politics.
Cuomo campaign strategy focuses on painting rival Zohran Mamdani as too radical for New York City. He argues that Mamdani’s plans for rent freezes and welfare expansion would hurt the city’s budget. Cuomo says his leadership record proves he can restore order and fiscal balance.
His campaign has blurred political lines. On Tuesday, Cuomo attended a fundraiser hosted by Republican developer Steve Valiotis in Queens. Hundreds of business leaders came to the event. Cuomo also launched “Hindus for Cuomo” to appeal to South Asian voters who have mostly supported Mamdani.
Polls show Mamdani still leading the race. Analysts say Cuomo’s broad approach could backfire by alienating progressives while not fully convincing conservatives. Early voting starts in two weeks, leaving little time for major changes in voter opinion.
Cuomo’s team says fundraising has improved since Mayor Eric Adams quit his reelection bid. In just 36 hours, the campaign raised nearly $400,000. His ads highlight his experience and promise to add more police officers while addressing homelessness.
Meanwhile, Republican candidate Curtis Sliwa continues his campaign. Despite no endorsement from Donald Trump, Sliwa earned backing from former Mayor Rudy Giuliani. Giuliani praised Sliwa for staying in the race and criticized Cuomo’s campaign as weak.
Political observers say the three-way contest remains unpredictable. Cuomo’s challenge is to appeal to both moderates and conservatives without losing his Democratic base. His strong media push shows he is determined to stay a key player in New York politics.
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