There is significant concern within the Jewish community regarding the prospect of Zohran Mamdani becoming mayor of New York. He has previously made hostile, anti-Semitic remarks and has raised questions about his ability to ensure public safety for Jewish residents.
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Methodology
We conducted a poll of New York–based Chassidish and Orthodox community members from our exclusive research panel (n = 123) ahead of the mayoral election to gauge how concerned they are about the mayoral election, their candidate preferences, and the issues most influencing their votes.
Key Findings
- Among respondents, 92% reported being “very concerned” or “somewhat concerned” about the possibility of Mamdani winning the mayoral election.
- In this sample, the majority (65%) indicated they plan to vote for Andrew Cuomo, 13% were undecided or do not plan to vote, and 0% reported intending to vote for Mamdani.
- Among those planning to vote, concern about anti-Semitism in New York emerged as the most important issue influencing their decision in the mayoral election.
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Written by Esther Scheibler
Research AnalystEsther Scheibler, Ph.D. is the lead researcher at Mispar, where she specializes in uncovering meaningful insights. With a background in research methodology and community engagement, she blends rigorous methodologies with data analysis to help businesses and nonprofits navigate complex questions with clarity and confidence.
