Impaulsive with Logan Paul Andrew Cuomo on Beating Mamdani for New York Mayor, Donald Trump BEEF, Losing Charlie Kirk
Oct 21, 2025
Former Governor Andrew Cuomo dives into his campaign to dethrone Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor, highlighting the risks of Mamdani's socialist policies. He advocates for capitalism and critiques tax hikes that could drive residents away. Cuomo shares personal anecdotes, like his favorite deli order and the city's rat problem. He discusses his complicated relationship with Donald Trump and the importance of experienced leadership in governance. The conversation shifts to local culture, from NYC pizza to civic pride, blending personal stories with pressing political issues.
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Experience Matters For Executives
- Cuomo emphasizes the difference between legislators and executives, arguing mayoral duties require managerial experience.
- He warns in-crisis leadership cannot be 'learned on the job' and errors can cost lives in a dense city like NYC.
Public-Safety Risk Of Decriminalization
- Cuomo links socialist criminal-justice ideas to rising crime risk by de-emphasizing policing and jails.
- He warns decriminalizing misdemeanors and eliminating new jails would spike crime and accelerate resident exodus.
Track Record Of Big City Projects
- Cuomo lists signature projects he delivered as governor: LaGuardia, JFK upgrades, Second Avenue Subway and Moynihan Train Hall.
- He uses those accomplishments to argue voters will recall tangible improvements when choosing a mayor.