Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to the candidate who receives the highest number of first-choice votes in the first round of the Democratic primary for New York City Mayor, scheduled for June 24, 2025. The official results will be sourced from the New York City Board of Elections' official website.

Background

The 2025 Democratic primary for New York City Mayor features a diverse field of candidates. Notable contenders include:

• Andrew Cuomo: Former Governor of New York, Cuomo resigned in 2021 amid sexual harassment allegations. Despite this, he has launched a mayoral campaign, emphasizing his extensive political experience and administrative capabilities. (ft.com)

• Zohran Mamdani: A 33-year-old democratic socialist and State Assembly member from Queens, Mamdani has gained attention for his progressive platform, advocating for policies such as free public transit and affordable housing. His campaign has garnered support from younger and progressive voters. (apnews.com)

Recent polls indicate Cuomo leading the field, with Mamdani emerging as a significant challenger. (empirereportnewyork.com)

Considerations

New York City's Democratic primary employs a ranked-choice voting system, allowing voters to rank candidates by preference. If no candidate secures a majority of first-choice votes, the candidate with the fewest votes is eliminated, and their votes are redistributed based on subsequent preferences. This process continues until a candidate achieves a majority. Therefore, while the first-round leader is significant, the ultimate nominee may be determined in later rounds. (theatlantic.com)