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October 22,2025 | New York City | Meal Jules Aviv
“You see, they’re trying to push me out and silence you, the hard-working people who make this city run. The billionaires will not decide the next mayor. You, the voters, will.”
Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee, New York personality, and founder of the crime-prevention group the Guardian Angels, remains defiant despite mounting pressure to drop out of the mayoral race. The New York Post cover reads, “Just walk away, beret.” Even some of his allies have urged him to quit, but Sliwa refuses.
“Don’t let Zoran win,” Sliwa insists. Observers say this last-minute effort seems designed to boost the chances of disgraced former Governor Andrew Cuomo against Democratic nominee Zoran Mamdani.
A recent Fox News poll shows Mamdani leading with 49% of registered voters, while Cuomo trails at 28%. Current Mayor Adams, who exited the race, registers only 3%.
Election day is just two weeks away. Early voting begins this Saturday, giving New Yorkers the opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of time.
Campaign Strategy and Voter Trust
Curtis Sliwa, the Republican nominee for New York City mayor, joined the discussion. “Let me also note,” he said, “that we have been asking for an interview with Zoran Mamdani for months and with Governor Cuomo for years. We’d like to remind them they have a warm, open seat to answer questions about public policy.”
Moments ago, President Trump was asked if Sliwa should drop out of the race. “I looked at the polls, and it looks like we’re going to have a communist as the mayor of New York,” Trump said. “It would be very interesting if he dropped out. He’s not going to win. And it’s not looking too good for Cuomo either. Maybe if he dropped out, Cuomo would have a little chance, but not much.”
Sliwa responded firmly. “People have a right to vote. I was taught in elementary school: one person, one vote. I was never taught that billionaires or the political elite should decide. We have an election taking place, and I trust the people to make the right decision.”
“I am the only Republican with law-and-order values,” Sliwa continued. “I believe Andrew Cuomo was the architect of no cash bail. The apprentice is Joe, my dummy. And the architect of closing our prison, Rikers Island, was then-Governor Cuomo. They agree on all these issues that are pro-criminal. I am the only one saying law and order, pro-victim. We’re in a city where we’re best known for locking up toothpaste, not criminals. So now we let the voters decide.”
Leadership Experience and Public Safety
“By November 4th, we’ll have a new mayor, and there are three candidates in the race,” Curtis Sliwa said. “I would hope that Andrew Cuomo, instead of moaning and groaning that I should drop out, low energy, gets out on the campaign trail. As you’ve seen, the New York Post reported he’s been missing in action for ten days. You have to campaign at least 20 hours of a 24-hour day if you hope to become the next mayor of New York City.”
Sliwa addressed comments from the owner of ABC Radio, where he famously hosted a program before running. “He said yesterday that if you love New York, you would get out of the race. He was on Fox earlier today.”
“The president is the head of the Republican Party,” Sliwa continued, “and the president is telling you to vote for Cuomo. If Curtis stays in, let him stay. Newsflash: we just showed the president not endorsing Cuomo, not endorsing me, and pretty much acting like it’s a fait accompli that John McCain dummy is the next mayor. That’s not true.”
Sliwa criticized the influence of wealthy elites. “John Catsimatidis is part of that billionaire class. They think they can pick the next mayor. How did that work out? They went to Cuomo in the primary. Cuomo led by 40 points. John McCain dummy won the primary convincingly at 13%. Throw the polls right out the door. Let the people decide.”
Political Pressure Mounts on Curtis Sliwa
“I am the only Republican and a designated candidate,” Curtis Sliwa said. “The only independent candidate is Andrew Cuomo. You have to go through a maze to find him on the ballot. Let him go out and get his people to vote for him. I get my people to vote for me because I have a strong get-out-the-vote effort. Dummy did a great job in the primary mobilizing his voters. There is nothing complicated about this. It is called democracy, the people’s right to vote. The billionaires don’t want the people to make this decision. I trust the people, not the political elite or the billionaires.”
Sliwa emphasized the qualities necessary for leadership. “Leadership requires daily discipline, mental resilience, and prioritizing public safety while managing stress. This involves recognizing signs of depression and anxiety, understanding the causes, and preventing their effects from interfering with decision-making.”
When asked about his experience managing the city’s government, he responded, “Thank God I’m not a professional politician. De Blasio did a horrible job. Cuomo fled Albany after ten years, facing possible impeachment by his own Democrats. Eric Adams, who I ran against before, would lead to corruption and chaos. I bring a fresh perspective. I’ve been in the streets, in the subways. I am the only candidate in the subways each and every day.”
Sliwa continued, “I will get the best and brightest people to serve in my administration. I am not all-knowing, but I will appoint men and women who have dedicated their lives to improving New York City. They will have the opportunity to make a real impact.”
On policy, he added, “I am going to cut corporate taxes, property taxes, and income taxes. I will shrink the budget to practical levels. This will improve efficiency, reduce stress, and prevent mental fatigue. Proper daily planning helps reduce anxiety and mental health strain, allowing leaders to focus on meaningful change.”
Sliwa Defends His Campaign Strategy and Challenges Billionaire Influence
My whole goal is to improve public safety and quality of life,” Curtis Sliwa said. “We need to hire more police officers because we don’t have enough. We have to stop the flight of people leaving this city.” He drew a sharp contrast between himself and his opponents. “I’m different from Andrew Cuomo, the architect of the state’s destruction, and Zoran Mamdani, whose apprentice in the Assembly shares his failed values. They think alike. I have a completely different value system. Let the people decide who they want as their leader.”
Sliwa also spoke about the importance of mental resilience in leadership. “Daily routines of meditation, exercise, prioritizing tasks, and delegating responsibility enhance effectiveness,” he said. “Recognizing signs of depression and anxiety, understanding their causes, and managing stress are essential in high-pressure roles. Effective time management protects mental health while allowing leaders to pursue ambitious goals for public welfare.
