Jews prefer Mamdani to other NYC mayoral candidates but worry about their safety under him, poll finds

"Jewish New Yorkers show significant support for Zohran Mamdani, capturing 37% of their votes, while concerns about antisemitism and local issues dominate their perspectives."

"The poll reveals that 74% of Jewish voters are worried about antisemitism, with half believing Mamdani harbors antisemitic views despite his strong backing from supporters."

"A significant division exists among Jewish voters about pro-Palestinian slogans, with 60% perceiving certain phrases as antisemitic, highlighting tensions in the community regarding Mamdani."

"Though voters prioritize local issues like affordability and crime when casting their ballots, a considerable faction is drawn to Mamdani's policies on wealth taxation and housing."

Zohran Mamdani leads in support among Jewish New Yorkers with 37% of the votes in a recent poll. Mayor Eric Adams follows at 25%, and former Gov. Andrew Cuomo at 21%. Despite Mamdani's popularity, 74% of surveyed Jewish voters express concerns about antisemitism. A split occurs in their views of Mamdani, with half believing he may be antisemitic. Many voters prioritize local issues, with 76% citing affordability and crime over views on Israel, while supporters of Mamdani emphasize his pledges on taxation and housing.

Read at The Forward