Mamdani’s media strategy in the closing weeks of the campaign has subtly shifted in an effort to broaden his appeal. He’s continued to do longform interviews with popular podcasters and leftist streamers like Hasan Piker, along with members of the city’s abundant hothouse of new media.

Democratic competitors hope figures such as Michael Bloomberg, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bill Clinton spur primary voters.

We interviewed eight of the leading candidates for New York City mayor about their experience, their plans for the city and their sometimes contentious bagel orders. Here’s what they said.