As Democrats struggle with dwindling support among young male voters, some party strategists are pinning their hopes on a rising star: New York State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani .

A July poll of 1,453 New York City residents, conducted by Zenith Research and Public Progress Solutions, found Mamdani leading his opponents by double digits in the crowded five-way mayoral race. He commands over 50 percent of the vote—even outpacing well-known figures like former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and sitting current Mayor Eric Adams. Mamdani also enjoys the backing of 85 percent of young men, a level far above any other candidate.

This enthusiasm sharply contrasts with national trends, where young men have increasingly leaned Republican . In the 2024 presidential race, President Donald

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