ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Democrats across New York state will soon decide the winner of the long and sometimes nasty primary contest between Gov. Andrew Cuomo and activist and former “Sex and the City” star Cynthia Nixon.
The outcome of Thursday’s Democratic primary will likely resonate around the nation, as it is a particularly high-profile example of the insurgent left-wing that is seeking to oust establishment incumbents who they say have failed to deliver on liberal promises.
Nixon has hammered Cuomo for failing to address New York City’s beleaguered subways and for not following through on pledges to address corruption. She’s called Cuomo a bully and says she represents a wave of liberals eager to take a greater role in American politics.
Cuomo has mounted a formidable defense, touting liberal accomplishments such as gun control, free public college tuition and a higher minimum wage. He’s spent millions on ads and tried to make the race about Republican President Donald Trump, arguing that he’s the best qualified to govern and push back against the White House. In short, the liberal who gets things done.
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