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CU Dems hosts mayoral forum with Upper West Side political clubs

The seven candidates in attendance discussed housing reform, public safety and policing, and the legal issues confronting Mayor Eric Adams, who did not attend the forum.

By Lukas Roybal / Staff Photographer
Over 1,200 people, including 100 Columbia students, registered for the event.
By August Phillips and Grace Kaste • February 4, 2025 at 5:35 AM












Photo by Lukas Roybal / Staff Photographer
Whitney Tilson is a philanthropist, activist, and former hedge fund manager.






Photo by Lukas Roybal / Staff Photographer
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander spent 12 years on City Council.











Photo by Lukas Roybal / Staff Photographer
State Sen. Zellnor Myrie has represented Central Brooklyn since 2018.












Photo by Lukas Roybal / Staff Photographer
Zohran Mamdani represents District 36 in the state assembly.












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