Dossier
The Narrative Wars
Coverage of The Narrative Wars in the Nexus archive.
Zohran Mamdaniperson1Claire Valdezperson1Antonio Reynosoperson1Julie Wonperson1Darializa Avila Chevalierperson1Adriano Espaillatperson1Brad Landerperson1Dan Goldmanperson1Democratic Socialists of Americaorganization1VoteHuborganization1New York Cityplace17th Congressional Districttopic113th Congressional Districttopic110th Congressional Districttopic1
- Mamdani-backed candidates face turnout test as NYC early voting dips from 2025
Early voting in New York City's June primary dropped 55% compared to the 2025 mayoral primary when Mamdani won the Democratic nomination. Mamdani-backed candidates face a turnout test in competitive races, including the 7th and 13th Congressional Districts, as youth engagement declines but remains higher than typical primary electorates.