New York's Democratic primaries show Mamdani's win was no fluke
Candidates backed by the New York mayor won a clean-sweep, exposing a political divide within the Democratic party.
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"Tonight we have not just won an election, but we have proved that this movement is durable."
— Claire Valdez , Politician
"We're joyful about what it looks like to deliver."
— Brad Lander , Politician
Key People
Former congressional representative for New York's 13th district and chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
Progressive challenger who defeated Dan Goldman in New York's 10th congressional district.
Assemblywoman who won her primary race in New York's 7th district.
US congressman and two-term incumbent defeated in a New York primary election.
Doctoral student and candidate who won in New York's 13th district.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
House minority leader who paid tribute to David Scott.
Mayor of New York City.
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Candidates backed by the New York mayor won a clean-sweep, exposing a political divide within the Democratic party.
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