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Andrew Cuomo: “I think the socialist policies he's [Mamdani] putting forth…”

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Andrew Cuomo Discusses New York City Mayoral Race and Criticizes Eric Adams on The Stephen A. Smith Show

Published July 22, 2025 | Video Starts at 09:29

I accepted that proposal because I do believe the goal here is to beat Mamdani. I think New York doesn't want a socialist. I think the socialist policies he's [Mamdani] putting forth would be very hurtful to New York City. So I accepted it. That's. That's the only factual situation. And look, it's sort of an inarguable proposal, right? Okay. If you're, if you believe you're not the stronger candidate, then you're just a spoiler. (09:29–09:36)

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Asserts that Mamdani's socialist policies would harm New York City.

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