On Wednesday morning, while discussing New York’s mayoral primary with the host during a live radio segment, I found myself expressing a surprising sentiment. Just days earlier, I would have confidently wagered that these words would never leave my lips. The startling words were: “It would have been preferable if Cuomo had won.”
I know, right?
The individual who claimed victory, staunch Communist Zohran Mamdani, is now making numerous pledges. Although we all realize that many of these promises are unrealistic, he is capable of causing significant disruptions for the very individuals who sustain the Big Apple’s economy. Former NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio initiated this trend, and now, with Mamdani seemingly poised to win—and he’s well-positioned to succeed—he’ll likely intensify de Blasio’s policies.
As expected, the productive residents who still manage to earn in New York and contribute the bulk of the taxes are contemplating leaving the city.
“My number one job will be moving people from New York to Florida. Again,” Serhant told me. “Based on the results, clients are going to hold off on making any kind of investment in New York City.”
According to a note I reviewed, one client who had made an offer on a Chelsea apartment sent her broker an email minutes after former Governor Cuomo conceded to Zohran Mamdani. “We are going to take a break from looking until there’s more clarity on the mayoral election,” the client wrote.
Let’s just hope these same people don’t take their New York voting habits with them.
Of course, there’s still the general election to come, and it’s not certain that Mamdani will win, although his clinching the Democratic nomination puts him in a strong spot in that deep-blue city. People’s reactions to that speak for themselves:
Of course, it might not be all bad. Another source told me that the number of New Yorkers looking to flee the possibility of a socialist mayor could create a significant “Mamdani discount” in the real estate market.
Yeah, except it’s a fair bet no one will be willing to buy – and the commie Mamdani may just take over those buildings for “free” housing, since playing Santa Claus seems to be his bag.
