The Cuban-born businessman is running on a platform of public safety, affordability, and technology, motivated by a desire to combat what he calls the “trajectory of this great city.”

A new challenger has entered the New York City mayoral race, with entrepreneur Joseph Hernandez launching an independent bid aimed at countering the left-wing policies of frontrunner Zohran Mamdani.

Hernandez, 52, a Manhattan businessman who leads the healthcare and technology investment firm Blue Water Venture Partners, told Fox News Digital he is the “absolute polar opposite of Zohran Mamdani and what he stands for.” He emphasized his belief in “hard work, education, and grit” as the keys to success.

Hernandez’s three main priorities are safety, affordability, and technology. He plans to address publ

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