Endorsements in the 2025 New York City mayoral race

The Democratic primary for New York City mayor is finally nearing full swing, but the endorsement cycle is just getting started. 

A key piece of the puzzle for candidates – alongside fundraising and communicating their policies and message to voters – endorsements can help broader a politician’s appeal beyond their base or even deliver on-the-ground votes. Major labor unions and political organizations often have detailed interviews and voting processes to determine their pick. 

Though it’s still early in the race – some candidates have yet to fully build out campaign teams – we’re staying on top of the public endorsements by labor unions, political power brokers, advocacy groups and more. Keep up with all the major nods here. And because there are a couple familiar faces running again, check out our 2021 endorsements tracker to compare and contrast.)

Mayor Eric Adams

None reported yet.

Former New York City Comptroller Scott Stringer

None reported yet.

State Sen. Zellnor Myrie

None reported yet.

New York City Comptroller Brad Lander

Labor: United Auto Workers Region 9A (shared with Ramos and Mamdani).

State Sen. Jessica Ramos

Labor: United Auto Workers Region 9A (shared with Lander and Mamdani); Teamsters Local 808; Teamsters Local 804

Organizations: Downtown Women for Change

Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani

Labor: United Auto Workers Region 9A (shared with Ramos and Lander).

Organizations: New York City Democratic Socialists of America, New York Communities for Change; CAAAV (formerly the Committee Against Anti-Asian Violence) Voice; DRUM (Desis Rising Up & Moving) Beats; Jewish Vote for Peace Action. 

Former Assembly Member Michael Blake

None reported yet.

Jim Walden, attorney

Organizations: New York City Organization of Public Service Retirees.

Whitney Tilson, former hedge fund manager

None reported yet.