Adams Team Works Behind Scenes to Try to Sway Rabbis Against Cuomo
Briefly

Mayor Eric Adams is taking a low-profile approach to his re-election bid in New York City, forgoing the Democratic primary and pursuing an independent route. Behind the scenes, he seeks to shape support among Orthodox Jewish leaders in order to improve his chances in the general election. Efforts include discouraging support for Andrew M. Cuomo and promoting a rival candidate, Zohran Mamdani. Furthermore, Adams has executed policies aimed at addressing antisemitism, demonstrating his commitment to the community he is courting as he navigates this challenging political landscape.
Mayor Eric Adams is running a low-key re-election campaign, focusing on maintaining support from Orthodox Jewish leaders and shaping the election field to his advantage.
By urging Orthodox Jewish leaders to temper their support for Andrew Cuomo, Adams aims to boost the chances of a rival candidate more aligned with his interests in the general election.
Adams's recent actions, including an executive order on antisemitism, reflect a strategy to resonate with the Orthodox Jewish community as he seeks re-election.
Some leaders in the Orthodox community are expressing openness to Adams's request for support, as his strategy seems to focus on the general election rather than the primary.
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