PBD Podcast Mamdani’s Socialist Surge, Cuomo’s Downfall & Trump's Defense w/ NYC Mayor Eric Adams | PBD Podcast | Ep. 614
Jul 11, 2025
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, a former NYPD captain known for his focus on public safety and business-friendly policies, discusses the surprising rise of socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani and its implications for local politics. He reflects on Andrew Cuomo's downfall and the ongoing legal battles faced by former President Trump. Adams emphasizes the pressing issues of crime, housing affordability, and the unique challenges of NYC's business landscape, while also calling for community engagement to shape the future of the city.
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Adams Critiques Cuomo's Legacy
- Eric Adams criticized Andrew Cuomo's policies on bail reform, nursing home deaths, and housing leading to NYC challenges.
- Adams prefers Governor Hochul’s approach over Cuomo's for addressing city and state issues.
Adams on Lawfare and Justice
- Adams condemns lawfare aimed at political figures, considering it always wrong regardless of the target.
- He supports justice without political weaponization of legal investigations.
Tackling Affordability Realistically
- Adams combats affordability by reducing costs through medical debt relief, free broadband, and childcare subsidies.
- He focuses on practical, deliverable solutions rather than empty promises to improve lives.
