GSG’s latest Inside Scoop convened a powerhouse panel of political strategists and commentators to unpack the shifting dynamics of NYC’s upcoming June Democratic Primary and its broader implications for national politics. Moderated by Dr. Christina Greer of Fordham University, the conversation featured insights from GSG’s own Jefrey Pollock alongside Tyquana Henderson-Rivers (Connective Strategies), Eduardo Castell (MirRam Group), and André Richardson (Paragon Strategies).
The panel explored the state of the 2025 NYC mayoral race, noting voter lethargy following the presidential election and skepticism surrounding ranked choice voting. While labor endorsements and name recognition remain factors, the panelists emphasized that voter behavior is increasingly shaped by fatigue, confusion, and a desire for stability in the face of national political turbulence.
The discussion highlighted how federal politics loom large, with panelists noting that fear and fatigue from the Trump era continue to shape local voter psychology. Ranked choice voting, intended to broaden engagement, has so far failed to energize the electorate due to its complexity and inconsistent implementation.
As New Yorkers prepare to head to the polls, the panel emphasized the importance of clear messaging, coalition-building, and voter education—keys not just to winning campaigns, but to reinvigorating democracy in a post-Trump political era.